Ahead of World Cup, Mexico striker Raul Jimenez fixes club future by signing for Wolves again

WOLVERHAMPTON, England (AP) — striker Raul Jimenez sorted out his club future ahead of playing at the by signing for a second spell at English team Wolverhampton on Wednesday.

Jimenez joined Wolves on an initial two-year deal after leaving Fulham, where his contract was due to expire at the end of the month.

Wolves has just been so will play in the second-tier Championship.

Jimenez’s first stint at Wolves was between 2018-23 after joining from Benfica. He scored 57 goals in 166 games.

“Being able to bring Raul back to Wolves is a truly special moment for everyone connected with this football club,” Wolves executive chairman Nathan Shi said.

Mexico opens the World Cup with a match against South Africa on Thursday.

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