Chappell is regarded as one of the game's true greats

"We have the option of utilising his expertise whichever way we want for 30 days in a year," said a Pakistan Cricket Board spokesman.

It is not the first time Pakistan have used overseas experts to work with their youngsters - Geoff Boycott made two coaching trips in 2000-01.

The PCB is also hoping to recruit South African Barry Richards.

Chappell made 7,110 runs in 87 Tests, including 24 centuries, and 2,331 runs in 74 one-day appearances.

His Test average of 53 is second only to Don Bradman (99.9) for Australia, if members of the current side are excluded.

He was linked with the job of coaching the Pakistan national team three years ago, but decided to stay in state cricket with South Australia.