Shakhtar Donetsk continues to actively work in the transfer market this summer. The club have announced the signing of 22-year-old central defender Alaa Grama, who has joined the team from his native Tunisian club Sfaxien. The contract with the young talent is for five years.

New defender in Shakhtar: who is Alaa Gram?

Alaa Gram made his debut in the Sfaxien first team at the age of 17. During this time, he played 98 matches, in which he scored five goals and provided one assist. His ability to play both in the air and on the ground makes him a valuable asset to any team.

"I am very happy to join such a big club as Shakhtar. This is a new challenge for me, and I am ready to make every effort to achieve success together with the team," Gram commented on his transfer.

Achievements and international experience

As part of Sfaxien, Alaa Gram won the Tunisian Cup twice - in 2019 and 2022. His consistent performance at club level did not go unnoticed and in 2023, Gram made his debut for the Tunisian national team. Currently, he has three matches for the national team.

What does this transfer mean for Shakhtar?

The arrival of Alaa Gram can significantly strengthen Shakhtar's defense. A team that has always been known for its attacking play now gets a young but already experienced defender who can add stability and reliability to the defensive ranks.

"We are very pleased that Alaa has joined us. He has great potential and has already shown his quality at the international level. We are confident that he will become an important player for our team," said the head coach of Shakhtar.

Prospects for the future

With the signing of such a talented player as Alaa Gram, Shakhtar are showing their ambitions for the future. The team strives not only to maintain its position in the Ukrainian Premier League, but also to reach new heights in the international arena.

Summarizing, we can say that this transfer is an important step for the Donetsk club. It remains to be seen how Alaa Gram will adapt to the new conditions and whether he will be able to become a key player in Shakhtar.

Editor: Yana Davidyuk