Marbella FC announce shock signing of José Callejón
The former Real Madrid and Napoli forward arrives as a free agent after being released by Granada following their relegation from La Liga
Borja Gutiérrez
Malaga
Monday, 29 July 2024, 12:18
Newly promoted Marbella FC made waves in the transfer market having announced the surprise signing of José Callejón.
Now 37, the forward arrives having had a stellar career at the top level, including winning La Liga with Real Madrid in 2012, two Coppa Italia titles with Napoli and a stint with the Spanish national team.
Callejón, who contributed significantly to Granada's promotion to La Liga in the 2022-2023 season with four goals in 44 matches, saw his playing time diminish last season, starting only eight games.
His contract with the club ended on 1 July following their relegation. Now, he has signed a one-year contract with Marbella who will be playing in Primera RFEF, Spain's third tier, this upcoming season.
The Costa del Sol club announced this high-profile signing, calling it “bombshell news”.
"He's a first-class signing for a first-class team," the club said, highlighting Callejón's extensive career.
The forward is celebrated as the highest-scoring Spaniard in Italian football history with 82 goals and has almost 700 professional matches under his belt.
