JAKARTA - John Herdman is one of the coaching candidates who is on the PSSI radar to handle the Indonesian National Team (Timnas). Most recently, the rumor has strengthened through news reported by the Honduran media, Diez.
Diez said John Herdman had been approached to coach the Honduras national team. He also rejected Jamaica's offer because he chose to prioritize joining the Indonesian national team.
"In Honduras, Herdman aroused enthusiasm among fans and the press as the favorite to replace Reinaldo Rueda as coach of the Honduran National Team."
"Honduras fans appreciate his experience in his campaign in the qualifiers that demanded to revive the 2026 World Cup project. However, the team's progress with Indonesia covers this ideal scenario."
"The Englishman is close to returning to Concacaf after negotiations with Jamaica, following Steve McClaren's resignation."
"The Jamaican Federation considered it for the inter-federation playoff for the 2026 World Cup, but Herdman rejected the offer, prioritizing Indonesia. This chapter highlights his ambitions in the region, which have now been diverted," Diez wrote in his report, quoted on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Diez also said Herdman was getting closer to Indonesia because he met the criteria for the coach that PSSI was looking for.
"PSSI is looking for an experienced coach in the World Cup qualifiers. Herdman meets these criteria with his ability to manage transitions and pressure."
"The disciplined approach raises Canada's performance, implementing a vertical style of play that surprised many parties. Indonesia hopes to repeat this success to climb the Asian rankings," wrote Diez.
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