Title: Persepolis’s Key Signing Serge Aurier Sidelined for Pivotal League Match
Tehran – In a significant development for the Persian Gulf Pro League, Persepolis FC will face their upcoming crucial fixture against Gol Gohar Sirjan without their high-profile new acquisition, defender Serge Aurier.
Fitness Clearance Awaited
The Ivorian international, a former star with European clubs Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur, has yet to receive the necessary medical clearance to make his official debut for the Reds. Club officials confirmed that the required playing permit has not been granted in time for the sixth-week league encounter.
A Setback for Team Strategy
This absence presents a tactical challenge for head coach Vahid Hashemian. Initial expectations had pointed towards Aurier’s potential unveiling in this match, bolstering the team’s defensive and offensive flanks. His continued unavailability forces a last-minute reassessment of the lineup for the important clash.
A Decision for the Coach
With Aurier confirmed to be on the sidelines, all attention now turns to Coach Hashemian’s selection dilemma. The focus is on who will be tasked with filling the void on the right side of the pitch, with options including Sohail Sahraei or Milad Mohammadi.
The club has indicated that Aurier is scheduled for a final medical assessment. A successful outcome is expected to resolve the permitting issue, potentially making him available for selection in Persepolis’s subsequent matches.
