A pensive Akhtar arrives for his disciplinary hearing

The 32-year-old fast bowler was at a disciplinary hearing into his clash with Mohammad Asif that saw him sent home from the ICC World Twenty20.

"I have got a written offer and I am keen to take part," said Shoaib, who should learn his fate next week.

The International Cricket Council has endorsed the league, which is different to the breakaway Indian Cricket League.

The controversial Shoaib, who had a two-year drugs ban overturned on appeal last year, has also been charged with four other counts of misconduct.

PCB officials revealed that a decision on Akhtar's future after they have considered documents from the fast bowler's lawyer.

Akhtar rejected an offer to play in the ICL, to preserve his hopes of an international return.

Pakistan officials said they would not consider players who participated in the rebel event, but the IPL has the support of the Australian, England, South African and Pakistan boards.

"The IPL is an official tournament and has good money," he said. "The advantage is whenever it is held it will not clash with my national commitments."