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Mahrez arrives in Doha to complete Al-Shamal move
October 5, 2026 at 02:27 PM
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Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez has landed in Qatar to sign a short-term contract with Al-Shamal after leaving Saudi club Al-Ahli.
- Mahrez, 35, arrived in Doha on Monday ahead of joining Qatar Stars League runners-up Al-Shamal on a free transfer.
- He is due to undergo medical examinations at Aspetar hospital before signing a contract running until the end of the current season.
- The short-term deal includes a player option to leave in January and an option to renew for a further year, per Algerian outlet dzfoot.
- Mahrez left Al-Ahli at the end of last season after three years with the Saudi club.

