Lassana Diarra Marseille Ligue 1

Al Jazira announce the signing of former Real Madrid and Chelsea midfielder Lassana Diarra

UAE side Al Jazira have announced the signing of Lassana Diarra from Olympique de Marseille.

The former Chelsea, Arsenal and Real Madrid midfielder's recruitment has been expected for some time but was only confirmed on Monday. 

Al Jazira secured their second Arabian Gulf League title last season after a six-year wait..Diarra will look to play alongside the likes of Ahmed Khalil and Sardor Rashidov who were also recently signed.

Article continues below

The 32-year-old will bolster the Abu Dhabi outfit's midfield options as they look to defend their title.

The former France international brings a wealth of experience with him to Al Jazira and Henk Ten Cate will be hoping to make the most of that. 

Advertisement