Time Ticking for Persepolis as Key Player Registrations Loom
With the Iranian Premier League’s summer transfer window closing, one of the nation’s most prominent football clubs is facing a critical administrative deadline to secure its squad for the new season.
The League’s Regulatory Framework
According to the regulations set by the Iranian Football League Organization, all clubs must officially register their players’ contracts by the end of Wednesday, August 19th. Only upon completing this registration can players receive the necessary permit to participate in official league matches. This system ensures financial discipline and transparency across the clubs under the governance of the sport’s national bodies.
Persepolis’s Pending Permits
While Tehran’s Persepolis FC has successfully registered the majority of its team, the club is now in a race against time to resolve the playing permit status for several of its key athletes. Players Payam Niazmand, Mojtaba Fakhrian, and Morteza Pouraliganji have yet to be cleared for competition. The delay is attributed to the club’s necessary adherence to the league’s financial regulations and budgetary framework.
A Tight Deadline for Resolution
The club management now has less than 48 hours to finalize the contractual status of these pivotal players before the window closes. The situation is particularly pressing for goalkeeper Payam Niazmand, who was already sidelined for the season’s opening match due to this unresolved matter. All attention is now on the club’s directors as they work on a solution that complies with all regulatory requirements to ensure these players can contribute to the team’s campaign this season.
