Joselu to Qatari side Al Sailiya Sports Club, here we go! Agreement done for the Spanish striker. The former Real Madrid forward joins as a free agent after leaving Al Gharafa, continuing his career in the Qatar Stars League for a second consecutive spell in the country.
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The Deal
Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano confirmed the agreement with his trademark “here we go,” reporting that Al Sailiya have completed a deal to sign the Spanish striker as a free agent following his exit from fellow Qatari club Al Gharafa. According to Italian journalist Matteo Moretto, Joselu had received offers from several Spanish and Italian clubs, as well as Eintracht Frankfurt and Union Berlin, before ultimately opting to remain in Qatar and continue his career with Al Sailiya instead.
Transfer Snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Player | Joselu |
| Age | 36 |
| New Club | Al Sailiya Sports Club |
| Previous Club | Al Gharafa |
| Transfer Type | Free agent |
| Al Gharafa Record | 58 appearances, 28 goals, 5 assists |
| Real Madrid Record | 51 appearances, 19 goals, 3 assists |
| Real Madrid Honours | Champions League, La Liga, Spanish Super Cup (2023-24) |
| League | Qatar Stars League |
| Prior Clubs | Spain, England, and Germany, plus Real Madrid and Al Gharafa |
A Decorated Spell at Real Madrid
Joselu became one of Real Madrid’s most unlikely heroes during the club’s memorable 2023-24 Champions League campaign, scoring a dramatic late brace in the semi-final against Bayern Munich to send Real Madrid through to the final, where they went on to beat Borussia Dortmund. Across his time at the Bernabeu, he made 51 appearances in all competitions, scoring 19 goals and providing 3 assists, while also helping the club win the La Liga title and Spanish Super Cup that same season.
Two Productive Seasons at Al Gharafa
After departing Real Madrid at the end of the 2023-24 campaign, the 36 year old moved to Al Gharafa, where he spent two seasons establishing himself as one of the Qatar Stars League’s standout forwards. He finished his spell there having scored 28 goals and provided 5 assists across 58 appearances in all competitions, numbers that underline why Al Sailiya moved to secure his signature as a free agent without needing to pay a transfer fee.
What Comes Next
Al Sailiya are now waiting for Joselu to officially join the squad, banking on his composure in front of goal and extensive European and Qatari experience to strengthen their attacking options. The move marks Joselu’s second experience in Qatari football, with the 36-year-old continuing to prove his scoring touch travels well beyond his earlier career in Spain, England, and Germany.
Why It Matters
For Al Sailiya, landing a proven goalscorer with Champions League pedigree and two productive Qatar Stars League seasons already behind him represents a low-risk, potentially high-reward signing as they look to bolster their attacking line without any transfer fee involved.
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FAQs
Which club has Joselu signed for?
Al Sailiya Sports Club in Qatar.
How did Joselu perform at his previous club, Al Gharafa?
He scored 28 goals and provided 5 assists across 58 appearances over two seasons.
Did Joselu have offers to return to Europe?
Yes, reports indicate he received offers from Spanish and Italian clubs, as well as Eintracht Frankfurt and Union Berlin, before choosing to stay in Qatar.
What is Joselu best known for at Real Madrid?
Scoring a crucial late brace against Bayern Munich in the 2023-24 Champions League semi-final, helping Real Madrid reach and win the final.
Is this Joselu’s first spell in Qatari football?
No, it’s his second, following two seasons at Al Gharafa.
