A veteran player at Madrid Joselu exit came as a surprise to many especially after his impressive performance last season where he scored 17 goals and provided three assists in 18 starts across all competitions. Joselu Mato widely known as Joselu joins Al Gharafa. The 34-year-old Spanish striker, who recently won the UEFA European Championship in 2024 and Champions League titles, arrived in Doha to finalize his transfer.
Upon arrival at Qatar’s Hamad International Airport, Joselu was warmly welcomed by numerous Al Gharafa officials and dozens of excited fans. Al Gharafa announced his arrival on X, saying, “Joselu has arrived in Doha. Welcome.”
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Joselu Unexpected Transfer
Initially, it seemed that Joselu would extend his stay at Santiago Bernabeu, as reports suggested Madrid was keen to secure him on a permanent deal from Espanyol. However, his decision to move to Qatar surprised the football world.
In an interview upon his arrival, Joselu shared,
“I spoke with a lot of friends who played here before, and they told me only good things about this country and this league, which is very important to me.”
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New Chapter with Al Gharafa
Joselu joins Al Gharafa on a two-year deal, with an option to extend for another year. This move marks a new chapter in his career, and fans are eager to see how he will perform in the Qatari league.
