Title: A Strategic Shift: Branko Poised for Return to Persepolis Leadership
Unexpected Defeat Spurs Management Review
Following an unexpected defeat against Khorramabad’s Kheibar in the seventh week of the Persian Gulf Pro League, significant pressure has mounted on Persepolis’s head coach, Vahid Hashemian. The loss has prompted a wave of criticism, leading the club’s board of directors to initiate a serious review of the team’s coaching situation, with the possibility of a leadership change being actively considered.
The Return of a Familiar Strategist
Amidst this period of evaluation, media reports suggest that Branko Ivankovic, the former head coach of Persepolis, is in line for a dramatic return to the helm. According to sources, preliminary discussions with the Croatian tactician are already underway. Should the departure of the current coach be finalized, Ivankovic is widely anticipated to take charge of the team for the remainder of the season, bringing his extensive experience back to the club.
Awaiting an Official Announcement
While no official decision has been announced by the club, the current trajectory indicates that managerial and technical changes within Persepolis are highly probable in the coming days. The team’s dedicated fanbase now awaits a formal statement from the board of directors, which will ultimately determine the future leadership of their beloved club.
