Joselu
ST · Al-Gharafa · Spain
Quick facts
Core profile details at a glance.
Born
March 27, 1990
Zodiac
♈ Aries
About
Joselu is an experienced striker who plays for Real Madrid and Spain. The Galician forward combines aerial presence with reliable finishing, providing a traditional target man option.
Strengths
- +Aerial presence
- +Hold-up play
- +Reliable finishing
- +Experience
- +Set-piece threat
Weaknesses
- −Pace
- −Limited mobility
- −Link-up play compared to younger options
Role in the XI
Joselu plays as a traditional target man, holding up play and threatening aerially from crosses.
Skill Profile
Rating breakdown and core attribute balance.
68
PAC
54
SHO
38
PAS
56
DRI
31
DEF
53
PHY
Career Timeline
Club progression, international milestones, and current status.
Born in Spain
Joselu was born on March 27, 1990 in Spain.
Played for Celta B
Played for Celta B, making 21 appearances and scoring 4 goals.
Played for Celta
Played for Celta, making 2 appearances.
Played for Celta
Played for Celta, making 24 appearances and scoring 4 goals.
Played for Real Madrid B
Played for Real Madrid B, making 67 appearances and scoring 33 goals.
Played for Real Madrid
Played for Real Madrid, making 1 appearance and scoring 1 goal.
Played for TSG Hoffenheim
Played for TSG Hoffenheim, making 25 appearances and scoring 5 goals.
Played for Eintracht Frankfurt
Played for Eintracht Frankfurt, making 24 appearances and scoring 9 goals.
International debut for Spain
Made senior international debut for Spain. Has earned 10 caps and scored 4 goals for the national team.
Played for Hannover 96
Played for Hannover 96, making 30 appearances and scoring 8 goals.
Played for Stoke City
Played for Stoke City, making 22 appearances and scoring 4 goals.
Played for Deportivo La Coruña
Played for Deportivo La Coruña, making 20 appearances and scoring 5 goals.
Played for Newcastle United
Played for Newcastle United, making 46 appearances and scoring 6 goals.
Played for Alavés
Played for Alavés, making 110 appearances and scoring 36 goals.
Played for Espanyol
Played for Espanyol, making 34 appearances and scoring 16 goals.
Played for Real Madrid
Played for Real Madrid, making 34 appearances and scoring 10 goals.
Joined Al-Gharafa
Signed for Al-Gharafa, making 33 appearances and scoring 15 goals.
Current Status
Currently playing for Al-Gharafa and preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Spain.
Career History
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Celta | 2009–2010 | 24 | 4 | - |
Real Madrid B | 2009–2012 | 67 | 33 | - |
Espanyol | 2022–2024 | 34 | 16 | - |
Real Madrid | 2023–2024 | 34 | 10 | - |
Real Madrid | 2011–2012 | 1 | 1 | - |
Al-Gharafa | 2024–Present | 33 | 15 | - |
Hannover 96 | 2014–2015 | 30 | 8 | - |
Deportivo La Coruña | 2016–2017 | 20 | 5 | - |
Celta B | 2008–2009 | 21 | 4 | - |
Alavés | 2019–2022 | 110 | 36 | - |
Eintracht Frankfurt | 2013–2014 | 24 | 9 | - |
Stoke City | 2015–2017 | 22 | 4 | - |
TSG Hoffenheim | 2012–2014 | 25 | 5 | - |
Celta | 2008–2009 | 2 | 0 | - |
Newcastle United | 2017–2019 | 46 | 6 | - |
| Total | 493 | 156 | 0 | |
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Status
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2026 club status
Al-Gharafa
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