Title: Iranian Football Talent Moves to UAE’s Shabab Al-Ahli in High-Profile Transfer
Young Defender Secures Transfer to Emirati Club
Iranian football player Mersad Saifi, the young left-back who previously played for Nassaji Mazandaran, has officially signed with Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai in the UAE Pro League.
Saifi had one remaining year on his contract with Nassaji, but after successful negotiations with the Emirati club’s management, a mutual agreement was reached, allowing the transfer to proceed.
Nassaji Academy Continues Producing Top Talent
Saifi is the second Nassaji player to make a move to the UAE this season, following Amirhossein Sam Daliri, who recently joined Ittihad Kalba. Both players rose through Nassaji’s youth academy, showcasing the club’s strong development system and its ability to nurture professional talent.
This transfer highlights the growing recognition of Iranian footballers in regional leagues and underscores the success of domestic academies in preparing players for international opportunities.
