Title: Persepolis FC Bolsters Attack with New Signings Amidst Strategic Overhaul
Tehran – In a decisive move to strengthen its tactical lineup under head coach OSMAR VIEIRA, Persepolis Football Club is actively pursuing new attacking talent in the mid-season transfer window. This initiative aims to add depth and versatility to the team’s forward line.
Addressing the Forward Line
Despite a strong performance from Ali Alipour in the initial ten weeks of the Persian Gulf Pro League, the club’s management has identified a need for additional firepower. The summer departure of striker Sardar Dorsun, following a disagreement with former team official Vahid Hashemian, left a vacancy that was not filled, prompting the current search for a replacement.
Clarity on Returning Strikers
Speculation had surrounded the potential return of former players, but club sources indicate these paths are currently closed.
- Shahab Zahedi: Rumors of the striker’s desire to return from the Japanese league have been met with a lack of engagement from Coach Vieira’s staff. No formal negotiations have taken place, making his return highly improbable at this stage.
- Shahriar Moghanlou: Extensive efforts were made in the summer to secure Moghanlou’s transfer from the UAE’s Kalba Club. However, the Emirati club’s firm stance and refusal to issue a release, even for a loan spell, have effectively ended this prospect for the foreseeable future.
The Primary Objective: A Foreign Striker
With domestic options limited, the strategic focus has shifted towards the international market. Persepolis is now prioritizing the acquisition of a high-quality foreign striker to complement its existing squad. While the club’s record with foreign forwards in recent years has been mixed, the new administration expresses confidence that a suitable candidate, endorsed by Coach Vieira, will be secured.
Official negotiations for the coach’s preferred target are expected to commence shortly, as the club works diligently to resolve its attacking needs ahead of the league’s resumption.