Done Deal: Morocco captain Ziyech joins Qatari giants

Morocco captain Hakim Ziyech has completed his transfer to Qatari giants Al Duhail in the current mid-season transfer window.

The experienced attacking midfielder recently parted ways with Turkish champions Galatasaray having struggled with injuries in the first round of the current campaign.

Blessed with a special left foot and the ability to create goals, Ziyech played just five Super Lig matches and provided one assist for Galatasaray this season.

Al Duhail issued the following statement regarding former Ajax Amsterdam and Chelsea FC star Ziyech’s arrival at the club.

“Al Duhail Sports Club Management succeeded in obtaining the signature of the Moroccan international player Hakim Ziyech in order to join the first football team, after the player preferred the offer submitted by Al Duhail over the professional offers submitted to him,” a club statement read.

“Signing Ziyech is considered a strong addition to the team’s offensive line, given his long experience after a career full of participation with his country’s national team, which began in 2015, in addition to playing for Chelsea, Ajax, Twente, Heerenveen, and finally with Galatasaray before joining Al Duhail.

“The Club Management welcomes the veteran Moroccan lion, Hakim Ziyech, to the ranks of the Tornado and wishes him a wonderful career full of achievements with the team, God willing.”

Ziyech, 31, has played 64 matches for Morocco and scored 25 goals in the process.

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