Title: Esteghlal Tehran Officially Denies Agreement with Vincent Aboubakar
In a swift and definitive move, Esteghlal Football Club has publicly addressed and dismissed the growing speculation linking Cameroonian international striker Vincent Aboubakar to the team.
The Source of the Speculation
Rumors of a potential transfer for the high-profile forward, formerly of Al-Nassr, Beşiktaş, and Porto, have circulated in Iranian media for weeks. The speculation intensified recently when a social media post from an account alleged to be managed by Aboubakar’s representative featured a blue heart and an image of the player, fueling conjecture about an imminent deal with the Tehran-based club.
A Transfer Saga with a Past
This is not the first time Aboubakar’s name has been connected to the Iranian Pro League. Earlier in the transfer window, he was reportedly a target for Esteghlal, but the club ultimately signed Haitian striker Duckens Nazon. Subsequently, intense negotiations were rumored to have taken place with city rivals Persepolis, which were ultimately called off due to the opposition of their head coach.
The Club’s Official Stance
Putting all rumors to rest, Esteghlal Club released an official statement on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). The club explicitly denied any agreement with the player, stating:
“Contrary to published news, no understanding or decision has been made to contract Aboubakar thus far. The published news regarding this player is not confirmed by Esteghlal Club. The only official source of news is the club’s official media.”
This clear and direct communication aims to end the ongoing transfer buzz and manage fan expectations as the club continues its preparations for the football season.