By Reinaldo Oliveros
Nov 22, 2024, 12:37 PM EST
Raúl Jiménez is experiencing a true football resurrection at Fulham, team that opted for him when many considered him finished in the Premier League.
The Mexican striker, who joined the Cottagers after leaving Wolves in 2023has shown that he still has a lot to contribute at the highest level of English football.
Fulham’s technical director, Marco Silva, was full of praise for the 32-year-old striker, highlighting his importance in the team’s scheme and recognizing the risk involved in signing him.
“We trusted him when nobody in the Premier League trusted him. We are the ones who believed in it and it is bearing fruit. “We are very proud,” said the Portuguese strategist. in the preview of the duel against Wolverhampton on Matchday 12.
The numbers back up Silva’s words. So far this season, Jiménez has four goals and two assists in 11 games, figures that reflect his impact as Fulham’s new offensive reference.
Initially considered a secondary option in the attack, the Mexican has earned the starting position, demonstrating his scoring instinct and leadership on the field of play.
Raúl Jiménez arrives after contributing in Mexico
In addition to his performance in England, Jiménez also shines with the Mexican National Team.
Last Tuesday, he was a key player in the 4-0 victory over Honduras in the CONCACAF Nations League, scoring the goal that started the comeback and consolidating himself as one of the greatest historical references for El Tri with 35 goals. equaling Luis Hernández in fourth place in the scoring table.
The confrontation against the Wolves will have a special flavor for Jiménez, who will seek to confirm his good moment against his former club.
For Fulham, this match represents an opportunity to continue climbing positions in the table, and for Raúl, a new chapter in his Premier League redemption story.
The ‘Wolf of Tepeji’ has shown that confidence, effort and talent have no expiration date, and Fulham, together with its fans, celebrates the rebirth of a striker who continues to roar strongly in England.
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