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Algerian midfielder Bennacer switches to Qatar's Al Gharafa
Ismael Bennacer has completed a move to Qatar Stars League outfit Al Gharafa following a mutual contract termination with Italian Serie A side AC Milan. The Algerian midfielder's transfer marks a significant shift in his career trajectory.
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Algerian international Ismael Bennacer has joined Qatar Stars League club Al Gharafa, the club confirmed on Monday. The midfielder departed AC Milan after both parties agreed to terminate his contract by mutual consent, ending his tenure with the Italian Serie A outfit.
Bennacer's move to the Middle Eastern league represents a new chapter for the 26-year-old player, who has established himself as a key midfielder in European football. His departure from Milan comes after several seasons at the San Siro, where he featured prominently in the club's midfield.
The transfer underscores the increasing prominence of Qatar's domestic league as a destination for established footballers seeking new opportunities. Al Gharafa, one of the league's prominent clubs, has secured a midfielder with considerable experience at the highest levels of European competition.
Bennacer has previously represented Algeria at international level and brings continental football pedigree to his new club. The exact financial terms of the arrangement have not been disclosed.