Concerned by the fluctuating fortunes of the club that paid their wages at one time or the other, former players of Heartland FC converged in Owerri to discuss critical issues affecting the once dreaded Naze Millionaires, Exclusivenews.com.ng reports.

The five time domestic league winners have been embroiled in internal mudslinging that has negatively affected their performance in the Nigeria topflight with the club now faced with a possible relegation, their potential third drop down the pecking order in their 48-year history.

On Thursday, 23 May 2024, the likes of Nwankwo Kanu, Chikelue 'General' Iloenyosi, Ifeanyi Ekwueme, Kelechi Nwakali, Promise Nwachukwu amongst others converged in Owerri to brainstorm on way forward for the club.

Though out come of the meeting was not handy as at the time of our going to to press, but it was gathered that rescuing the club from the jaws of relegation was the major talking point of the gathering.

Heartland are 19th on the standings with six matches still remaining on the fixtures.

The 2023/2024 season will resume this Sunday with the Christian Obi charges billed to welcome Gombe United at Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri.