Mexican striker Raúl Jiménez signed on Tuesday his contract for two seasons, with an option for another one, with Wolverhampton, relegated this season from the EnglishPremier League and to which he returns three years later, after the end of his contract with Fulham, according to his destination club.
Described by his new team as “one of the most iconic players in the modern history” of Wolves, the attacker already played there between 2018 and 2023, scoring 57 goals in 166 games, according to Wolwerhampton’s official figures.
Returns to the club where he became an idol
“His goals led Wolves to a seventh-place finish in the Premier League in his debut season in England.”
“Before an even more remarkable campaign followed in 2019-20. The number ‘9’ scored 27 goals in all competitions.”
He recalled his club in a statement on its official website.
“But Jimenez’s influence on the club extended far beyond goals.”
“His resilience after the serious head injury he suffered against Arsenal in 2020 and the determination he showed to fight back in his prime only strengthened the admiration fans had for him,” Wolves stressed.
Raul Jimenez will once again wear the ‘9’ shirt at Wolverhampton on loan from Adam Armstrong after learning of the striker’s return, the club said.
“He is one of the best in our history.”
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“To be able to bring Raul back to Wolves is a truly special moment for everyone.”
“Not only is he one of the best strikers to ever wear our gold and black jersey, but he is a player who embodies everything that defines Wolves.”
said Nathan Shi, the club’s executive president.
“He has made an unforgettable contribution to the club and has helped create some of the best memories in our recent history.”
“We know how much of a hero he remains to our fans, so we are thrilled to welcome him home to Molineux, especially during our 150th anniversary,” he added.
Wolverhampton coach Rob Edwards said that everyone in the team is “delighted that Raúl Jiménez is here”.
The striker already played there between 2018 and 2023
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“He’s another player with great experience, but he also knows Wolverhampton, he knows the club, the DNA…”.
“He knows what it means to play for Wolverhampton Wanderers.”
“It’s going to be much easier for me to be able to demand what I’m going to demand from the players, because he’s lived it, he knows the levels, so I’m very, very happy,” he added.
“I was at the club when he was here before.”
“Raul was a big part of our best moments for several years.”
“I know what it means to this club and to the fans, but this is not just an emotional signing.”
“This is a signing because we really believe he is the right man to help us achieve our goals, so we are delighted to have him here.”
The coach, whose team will have to compete for promotion to the top flight, added.
“It’s going to be incredible to see him back leading the forward line,” said Matt Jackson, the club’s technical director.
With information from EFE
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