Persija Jakarta has made a significant move by officially signing the 22-year-old Filipino national team player, Oliver Saludares Bias, on Wednesday evening. Bias, who hails from Johanngeorstadt, Germany, will join the team on loan from the FK Pribram club for a year.
The arrival of Bias has been met with enthusiasm by the team’s coach, Thomas Doll. Although initially unfamiliar with the player, Coach Thomas expressed his confidence in Bias’s abilities to elevate the quality of the Kemayoran Tigers. “Oliver (Bias) once played for the RB Leipzig youth team. So I had time to ask a few people there and I got a lot of positive things about him,” said Coach Thomas through a written statement received by journalists, confiscated by Antara. “He is a player who has speed. He is the type of player who likes to duel one on one. In my opinion, Oliver has the quality this team needs,” continued Thomas.
Bias brings with him an impressive track record, having been part of the Leipzig youth team from 2015 to 2020. He then went on to play for various other clubs, accumulating a total of 83 appearances, seven goals, and 11 assists at both junior and senior level competitions.
He has also represented both the German and Philippine national teams in different age groups, showcasing his versatility and talent on the international stage.
With the addition of Bias, Persija now boasts a total of five foreign players, further strengthening their lineup. The team’s acquisition of Bias has also generated speculation that there may be room for one more foreign player, in accordance with league regulations.
The signing of Bias represents a significant step forward for Persija Jakarta as they continue to build a competitive and diverse team. Fans of the football club can look forward to witnessing the impact that Bias will undoubtedly make on the field.
In conclusion, the addition of Oliver Bias to Persija Jakarta’s roster demonstrates the team’s commitment to recruiting top talent from around the world. As they prepare for the upcoming season, Bias’s arrival is poised to inject new energy and skill into the squad, further solidifying Persija’s standing as a formidable force in the league.
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