November 22, 2024

Joseph Paintsil can not wait to play for LA Galaxy in USA

Ghana international Joseph Paintsil has expressed his eagerness to play for Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy after securing a move to the club.

Paintsil has officially joined the Galaxy as a Designated Player, committing to a four-year contract running through the conclusion of the 2027 MLS season from Belgian Pro League side K.R.C. Genk.

“Hi, my name is Joseph Paintsil, I can’t wait to get started, see you soon” he said.

The 26-year-old arrives with an impressive track record, boasting 61 goals and 35 assists across 228 matches played in Europe with various clubs, including K.R.C. Genk (2019-23), MKE Ankaragucu (2020-21), and Ferencvarosi TC (2017-18).

During the 2022-23 campaign, Paintsil made significant contributions, tallying 32 goal contributions (18 goals, 14 assists) in 39 matches for Genk.

His standout performance in the 2022-23 Belgian Pro League season, where he notched 28 goal contributions (14 goals, 14 assists) in 30 league appearances (28 starts), was instrumental in Genk’s qualification for the 2023-24 Europa Conference League.

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