WILUJENG SUMPING RAFI RASYIQ DI PERSIB !! 90% BOBOTOH PASTI KAGET APAKAH REKOMENDASI IGOR TOLIC ?

WILUJENG SUMPING RAFI RASYIQ AT PERSIB!! 90% OF BOBOTOH WILL BE SURPRISED, WHAT IS IGOR TOLIC'S RECOMMENDATION? PERSIB has once again demonstrated its commitment to preparing the team's future by providing opportunities for young players to advance to the highest level. This time, it's the turn of PERSIB U-18 player Rafi Rasyiq, who has been officially promoted to the senior team with a three-season contract for the 2026/2027 season. This promotion demonstrates that the PERSIB Academy and Elite Pro Academy (EPA) are not just training venues, but also a real path for quality young players to break into the first team. Deputy CEO of PT PERSIB Bandung Bermartabat, Adhitia Putra Herawan, stated that this step is part of the club's long-term commitment to developing player regeneration. "Rafi's promotion to the senior team is proof that PERSIB remains committed to providing opportunities to our own players. As long as they demonstrate quality, character, and are ready to compete, we will not hesitate to give them a chance," said Adhitia. According to him, this promotion also sends a message to all young PERSIB players that hard work, discipline, and dedication will always be appreciated. He hopes that more players will be motivated to follow in Rafi's footsteps. For Rafi, joining the senior team is a major step in his career. He is aware that the challenges ahead will not be easy, especially as PERSIB will compete in the Indonesian League and AFC Champions League Two (ACL Two) this season. Nevertheless, Rafi stated that he is ready to work hard, continue learning, and follow the direction of head coach Igor Tolic and the senior players. "I will follow all of Coach Igor's instructions and learn from the senior players. Now our focus is on performing optimally in the ACL and the league," said Rafi. Rafi also views the competition within the team as motivation to continue developing. For him, being on the same team as senior players is a golden opportunity to gain experience and improve his game. "My hope is of course to prove my abilities to Coach Igor and give my best performance. I'm not afraid of competition, but I still respect all the senior players," he added. Rafi's promotion continues PERSIB's tradition of always opening opportunities for academy graduates to develop in the first team. In recent seasons, many PERSIB Academy and EPA alumni have become key members of the Maung Bandung squad and helped the team achieve success. Now it's Rafi's turn to prove his abilities. With the support of the coaching team, guidance from the seniors, and a hard-working spirit, Bobotoh certainly hope Rafi can continue to develop and make the best contribution to PERSIB, both in domestic competitions and on the Asian stage. Keep fighting, Rafi! May you be the pride of Bobotoh and bring many achievements to Pangeran Biru.