Miralem Pjanic has officially joined UAE Pro League club Sharjah FC on a two-year deal with the option for a third year. The player was tempted by the lucrative offer from the club, and has now made the move from Barcelona to the Middle East.

The Bosnian spent the last season on loan at Turkish club Besiktas, and will now take on a new challenge. His spell at Barcelona has not gone according to plan, with his move from Juventus resulting in only 30 appearances for the Spanish side.

Sharjah FC sign Miralem Pjanic on a free transfer

Official, confirmed. Miralem Pjanić leaves Barcelona and joins Sharjah FC on permanent deal, contract valid until June 2024 with option until June 2025. 🚨🇦🇪 #FCB

Deal signed after agreement reached last Monday. pic.twitter.com/5vq5Tsoeka
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 7, 2022

“FC Barcelona and Miralem Pjanić have reached an agreement to release the player from the contract binding the player to the club until the end of the 2023/24 season.

“The club publicly expresses its gratitude to the player for his professionalism, dedication and commitment and for always adapting his contract to the club’s situations and needs. It wishes him every success and fortune in the future,” the La Liga club wrote on their official website.

As a result, the 32-year-old’s move is on a free transfer, following the termination of his contract. He was not included in Xavi’s plans for the seasons due to the options he has, and will now be able to play regular minutes in a new league.