After leaving Al-Ahli this summer and bidding farewell to the Algerian national team following the 2026 World Cup, Riyad Mahrez is preparing to take on one final challenge.
A free agent, the 35-year-old winger is in advanced talks to sign with Al-Shamal.
A reunited Algerian contingent. By joining the Qatar Stars League, the former Manchester City player is set to reunite with his compatriot Baghdad Bounedjah.
The prospect of competing in the AFC Elite Champions League while representing Qatar ultimately convinced the 2019 African champion to settle in Doha.
Sought after around the world in recent months from Europe to Brazil the Clichy native has chosen to continue his career in the Gulf.
This imminent transfer provides the Algerian coach with the ideal setting to cap off an exceptional career at the highest continental level.
