East Bengal FC have signed Spanish-Moroccan striker Youssef Ezzejjari on a free transfer from Singapore's Tanjong Pagar United, bolstering their attack for the ISL 2025-26 season.
The 32-year-old centre-forward joined East Bengal on February 1, 2026, with a contract running until May 31, 2027. This free move replaces Hiroshi Ibusuki and adds experience without a fee, despite his €200k market value. Ezzejjari arrived in Kolkata after securing his visa, ready to debut soon.
Who is Youssef Ezzejjari?
Born on May 10, 1993, in Santa Coloma de Gramanet, Spain, Youssef holds dual Spanish-Moroccan nationality. Standing 1.85m tall and right-footed, he excels as a physical focal point with strong pressing and movement.
Youssef Ezzejjari Career
Ezzejjari began in Spanish lower divisions with clubs like AEC
Manlleu, Terrassa FC, and SD Oyonesa, scoring 16 goals in one season. He then ventured abroad to Andorra's Club Esportiu Carroi, followed by stints in Indonesia (Persik Kediri), Thailand (Khon Kaen United), Cambodia (Visakha FC), Malaysia, and Singapore.
For Visakha, he scored 10 goals in 11 matches, and also netted 5 goals is six for Singapore's Tanjong Pagar United.
Emami East Bengal FC Head Coach Oscar Bruzon said, "Youssef joins us as a strategic addition to strengthen our squad. His profile matches the competitive standards we demand, and we believe his qualities will help drive the team toward our objectives. He arrives with the clear purpose of helping the team score goals and add greater attacking threat. "
"Joining East Bengal is a big step for me. The passion of the fans, the rich legacy, and the ambition of the team are incredible. I am here to score goals and give everything to help the team win," Ezzejjari said after joining his new club.
