Official: Al-Zawraa Signs Colombian Forward Kevin Quijada

Al-Zawraa has officially signed Colombian forward Kevin Quijada from Venezuelan club Estudiantes de Mérida, in a move aimed at strengthening the team's attack ahead of the new season. The announcement came via an official statement from the "Nawaris" management, confirming that all contractual procedures with the player have been completed, making him part of the squad for the 2026-2027 Iraqi Premier League and the Gulf Champions League. Who is Kevin Quijada? Quijada is 24 years old, born in 2002, and began his career in the Colombian league, representing several local clubs before moving abroad. He recently played for Estudiantes de Mérida in the Venezuelan league, where he caught attention with his attacking performance and speed inside the penalty area. The market value of the Colombian striker is approximately €550,000, according to specialized statistics websites, reflecting Al-Zawraa's ambition to bring in young talents capable of making a difference. This move is part of Al-Zawraa's efforts to meet the needs of the coaching staff and provide multiple attacking options, especially with the pressure of local and continental competitions. The club aims for Kevin to provide the necessary boost in the attack and to be one of the key players in the team's lineup this season. Al-Zawraa has already begun its early preparations for the new season with a series of training sessions and internal camps, showing a clear desire to compete strongly for the Iraqi Premier League title after years away from the podium.