Shin Tae-yong Supports Pratama Athan's Decision To Withdraw From Tokyo Verdy

Pratama Arhan left Tokyo Verdy at the end of December 2023 (Instagram/@pratamarhan8).

JAKARTA - The Indonesian national team coach, Shin Tae-yong, supports Pratama Arhan's decision to leave Japanese club, Tokyo Verdy. This is related to better playing hours.

It was previously known that Primary Arhan was confirmed to leave Tokyo Verdy along with his contract which also expires at the end of December 2023.

However, until now it is still unknown where the Indonesian national team player will be anchored.

Arhan's decision not to continue the contract at Tokyo Verdy was supported by Shin Tae-yong. He felt that his team deserved a better club where he would have more flying hours.

"I hope players who move anywhere should be able to play in their teams. He (Pratama Arhan) barely played at Tokyo Verdy."

"In my opinion, it would be a good choice if he moved and could continue to play," said Shin Tae-yong in a statement quoted on Friday, December 15, 2023.

Regarding Shin Tae-yong's support, it was previously known that since joining Tokyo Verdy in 2022, Pratama Arhan has failed to break into the first team.

This season the 21-year-old defender only appeared in three matches in all competitions, including two matches in the Emperor Cup.

The departure of Primary Arhan from Tokyo Verdy was also conveyed by the agent, Dusan Bogdanovic. Even though he is no longer playing in Japan, Bogdanovic ensures that he is trying to find his client, this club outside Indonesia.

Arhan is no longer going to stay at Tokyo Verdy. We may announce it this month Arhan's new destination, but we have signed a contract with a new team," said Dusan Bogdanovic.

Tidak pasti Korea, belum pasti Jepang, tapi pasti luar negeri. Semoga ini akan jadi pilihan yang terbaik buat masa depan Arhan, tambahnya.