The former star of Barcelona, caught in the midst of the war, fled to Turkey.

The former star of Barcelona, caught in the midst of the war, fled to Turkey.

02.03.2026 11:12

While the war between the US-Israel and Iran continues, Munir El Haddadi, who plays in Iran, fled to Turkey by car for security reasons.

Former Barcelona player Munir El Haddadi, who plays for Esteghlal FC in the Iranian League, left the country following recent developments in Iran. The 30-year-old Moroccan player announced that he crossed into Turkey by land.

TOOK ACTION AFTER THE ATTACKS

After the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, the security situation in the country remains uncertain, and El Haddadi also made the decision to leave. The experienced player stated on his social media account that they initially planned to leave by plane, but they were evacuated and could not take off.

The former star of Barcelona, caught in the midst of war, fled to Turkey

El Haddadi expressed that his club provided him with a vehicle to leave the country by land, saying, "The club provided me with a car to leave the country by land, and this allowed me to cross the border smoothly. I am currently safe in Turkey and will arrive in Spain within the next few hours."

EXPERIENCED CHAMPIONSHIPS IN BARCELONA

Starting his career at Barcelona, Munir El Haddadi experienced 3 La Liga and 1 Champions League championships with the Spanish giant. This season, the experienced player has played 26 matches in Iran, contributing 4 goals and 2 assists.

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