“I would like to make clear that my legal battle with Mainz has never, for me, been about money,” said El Ghazi

“I would like to take this moment to thank Mainz for two things

“Firstly, for the substantial financial pay off, €500k of which will be used to fund projects for the children in Gaza.

“I hope Mainz, despite their repeated failed attempts to avoid making the due payment, take solace from the knowledge that they have, through me, contributed financially in trying to make life a little more bearable for the children of Gaza.

“Secondly, in attempting to silence me, making my voice even louder for the oppressed and voiceless in Gaza.”

El Ghazi joined Cardiff at the end of July as a free agent having had his contract terminated by Bundesliga club Mainz last autumn.

He could make his Cardiff debut in Sunday’s Championship south Wales derby at Swansea City.