The formalities surrounding the arrival of Alireza Jahanbakhsh are finally completed. The Iranian youth player was on the first available flight out of Tehran to the Netherlands’s  on Sunday 21st July. Jahanbakhsh started his first training session on Monday after his induction in the NEC squad.

Technical director Carlos Aalbers said  “The people of the Dutch embassy in Tehran, in recent days,  have been very helpful in the completion of the procedures and issuing the proper documentation.  While waiting for the visa issue formalities, Alireza has been maintain his physical condition by training in Iran, nevertheless he will still just need time to acclimatize. ”

Alireza Jahanbakhsh, whose transfer was delayed as he had to wait a few weeks on his papers.  Stated after completing his first session with NEC  “I’m glad I’m finally here. It was not so much the authorities in Iran for the issue of exit permit , it took long time by the Dutch authorities.”

Jahanbakhsh joined the squad already in full training for the new season. The Iranian thus has to do with a slight lag training. “I realize that I now have a training backlog, but I will do my utmost to make sure I’m ready for the first league match. Of course, it is up to the coach to decide whether I am ready to play. ”

The Iranian commented about the interest in his progress from his own country. “They’re going to follow me in Iran in all possible manners. Everything I do at NEC, they want to see.” Jahanbakhsh talked to the press in English, something he has practiced for long. “I have worked intensively. I currently have two goals: I want to learn English and be very good football.”

The 19 years old ex-Damash Gilan player is considered as one of the upcoming future stars of Iran’s football. His brilliant performance in the last AFC U19 Asian Cup held in the UAE was eye catching and attracted the interest of the Dutch club.