Michael Olunga welcomes ex-Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech to Al Duhail

Michael Olunga welcomes ex-Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech to Al Duhail

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Michael Olunga welcomes ex-Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech to Al Duhail

Michael Olunga welcomes ex-Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech to Al Duhail

Stephen Awino 06:39 - 31.01.2025

Michael Olunga could be a major beneficiary of Hakim Ziyech's playmaking as Al Duhail aims to reclaim the league title.

Al Duhail striker and Kenyan international Michael Olunga has warmly welcomed former Chelsea and Galatasaray winger Hakim Ziyech to the Qatari champions following the completion of his transfer.

The club officially announced the signing on Thursday, confirming that the Moroccan international had joined from the Turkish top-flight after a one-year stint with Galatasaray.

“We are delighted to have Hakim Ziyech join the family. His vast experience and winning mentality will undoubtedly elevate our squad to new heights,” read a statement from the club’s management.

The Harambee Stars captain also took to his X (formerly Twitter) account to formally welcome Ziyech, posting a simple but heartfelt message, writing, “Welcome Hakim.”

Olunga is expected to be one of the biggest beneficiaries of Ziyech’s arrival, given the Moroccan’s exceptional playmaking abilities.

As Al Duhail’s main attacking force, the Kenyan forward will likely thrive on Ziyech’s creativity and precise deliveries.

During his time with Galatasaray, Ziyech featured in 25 matches across all competitions, scoring eight goals and providing four assists last season.

This season, before his move to Al Duhail, he had already recorded two goals and two assists in 11 appearances for the Turkish champions.

Olunga, who has been in remarkable form with 11 goals in just eight league matches, will look to capitalize on the former Ajax star’s vision and technical prowess to bolster his goal tally.

His contributions will be crucial as Al Duhail, currently leading the league with 29 points after 13 matches, aims to secure another league title.

The Qatari giants will be keen to reclaim the championship from last season’s winners, Al-Sadd, and the addition of a high-caliber player like Ziyech could be a game-changer in their title pursuit.

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