Persija Eyes Trio of Indonesian-Dutch Players Amid New Coaching Era
Persija Jakarta, the pride of the capital, is reportedly interested in signing several players of Indonesian descent from abroad. The club’s director has hinted at strong interest from these players to join the team, though specific names have yet to be officially confirmed. Among the rumored targets are Thom Haye, Ragnar Oratmangoen, and Rafael Struick, all of whom have connections to Indonesia through their heritage.
Of the three players, Ragnar Oratmangoen remains under contract with Belgian club FCV Dender until mid-2026, while Thom Haye and Rafael Struick are currently without clubs, potentially making their transfer to Persija more feasible. These possible signings reflect Persija’s strategy to strengthen the squad by bringing in talent with both international experience and Indonesian roots.
In addition to transfer news, Persija has recently appointed Mauricio Souza as their new head coach following the departure of Carlos Pena. Souza, a Brazilian coach, is already familiar to Indonesian football fans due to his successful stint with Madura United, where he led the team to a top-four finish in the 2024-25 Liga 1 season and a spot in the championship final.
The combination of new coaching leadership and potential signings of promising players with Indonesian heritage signals a renewed ambition for Persija Jakarta to compete at the highest level of Indonesian football, aiming to reclaim their status as one of the country’s top clubs.
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