Joselu joins Qatar Stars League club Al-Gharafa
The Spanish striker was keen to join a club that would guarantee him more play time
Spain forward Joselu has joined Al-Gharafa on a two-year dealwith an option to extend for another year, the Qatar Stars League (QSL) side announced on Friday.
The 34-year-old, who scored 10 goals in 34 LaLiga appearances in 2023-24, is the second Real Madrid player currently playing for Spain in Euro 2024 to join a Middle-Eastern club this week, after Saudi side Al-Qadsiah announced the signing of Nacho on Thursday.
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Gracias @realmadrid pic.twitter.com/vwEMnUj241
— Joselu Mato (@JoseluMato9) June 28, 2024
Joselu helped Real reach the Champions League final last season when he came on as a substitute and scored a late brace against Bayern Munich in the second leg of the semi-finals, clinching a 2-1 win for his club.
"Real Madrid thanks Joselu for his professionalism and his madridismo," Real, who later won the Champions League, said in a statement on Friday.
Former Newcastle United and Stoke City player Joselu's signing comes as Al-Gharafa strengthen their squad for the AFC Champions League Elite qualifiers, after finishing third in the QSL last season, making their first appearance in Asia's top-tier competition since 2011.
"The management of our club extends thanks and appreciation to Real Madrid for its great co-operation," Al-Gharafa said.
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