Title: Persepolis Manager Outlines Cautious Recovery Plan for Key Players Ahead of Crucial League Match
Tehran – As Persepolis Tehran prepares for its upcoming tenth-week league match against Esteghlal Khuzestan, the team’s camp is buzzing with optimistic news regarding the recovery of several pivotal squad members.
Key Players on the Mend
According to reports, team captain Omid Alishah has made significant progress in his rehabilitation. After several weeks away from group training, the influential player has resumed ball work and is gradually being integrated back into the team’s practice sessions. His potential return to the squad for upcoming fixtures is now a tangible prospect, providing a significant morale boost for the club and its supporters.
A Cautious Approach to Fitness
However, not all injury news is positive. Reza Shokari remains sidelined, still without clearance for ball training or full participation with the team, confirming his absence for the Friday match.
Highlighting the management’s strategic foresight, another player, Mohammad Hossein Sadeghi, has completed his injury recovery phase and recently returned to team training. Despite this, the team’s Brazilian manager, Osmar Vieira, is adhering to a policy of extreme caution. The manager’s philosophy is clear: players returning from injury must achieve full fitness and be entirely free of any pain or physical concerns before being considered for selection.
Strategic Planning for the Long Season
This meticulous approach is part of a broader strategy to prevent premature returns and the risk of re-injury. By ensuring players are at their physical peak before stepping back onto the pitch, Manager Vieira aims to guide Persepolis through the long and demanding season with a robust and fully prepared squad, thereby maximizing the team’s competitive potential.
It is also noted that defender Morteza Pouraliganji will be unavailable for the match due to suspension.