Riyad Mahrez joins Al Shamal on a free transfer

Riyad Mahrez has joined Qatari club Al Shamal on a free transfer after leaving Al Ahli.

The Algeria international has signed a one-year contract with Al Shamal, bringing an end to weeks of uncertainty over his next move.

No transfer fee will be paid for the 35-year-old because he was available as a free agent following his departure from Al Ahli.

Mahrez now begins a new chapter in his career with Al Shamal, where he will bring his experience to the Qatari club.

The former Al Ahli player had attracted interest from several clubs during the period of uncertainty over his future.

Como, Deportivo La Coruña, clubs in Turkey, Botafogo and Al Shabab were among the destinations linked with the Algeria captain.

Despite the speculation, Mahrez ultimately decided to continue his career in Qatar.

His move to Al Shamal comes after several weeks of uncertainty surrounding where he would play next. The Algerian international had been considering a number of options before deciding on the one-year agreement with the Qatari side.

Mahrez leaves Al Ahli without a transfer fee being paid and will now focus on his next challenge at Al Shamal.

The move gives the 35-year-old another opportunity to continue his career while remaining in Qatar.

After considering several possible destinations, Mahrez has now settled on Al Shamal, ending the speculation around his future.