Tag: Ittihad Kalba

Mehdi Ghayedi signs for Al-Nasr Dubai

Mehdi Ghayedi Rejects Abu Dhabi Offer, Joins Al-Nasr Dubai

According to Emirates Sport, Iranian forward player Mehdi Ghayedi has turned down an offer from an Abu Dhabi-based club in favor of a move to Dubai’s Al-Nasr SC. The 25-year-old winger, coming off an outstanding season with Ittihad Kalba, has reportedly signed a three-year deal with Al-Nasr, a decision described by Emirati media as “unexpected.”

Initially, Ghayedi was expected to extend his stay at Ittihad Kalba or return to his parent club, Shabab Al-Ahli, following his impressive performances last season. However, Emirates Sport revealed that the Iranian international opted for Al-Nasr after rejecting a proposal from an Abu Dhabi side just two days prior. The Emirates Al-Khalij newspaper also confirmed the transfer, highlighting its surprising nature.

Ghayedi originally joined Shabab Al-Ahli on a five-year contract but spent only half a season with the club before being loaned to Ittihad Kalba for the past two campaigns. His prolific form at Kalba, where he showcased his goal-scoring ability and attacking flair, drew interest from multiple clubs. However, with Shabab Al-Ahli overloaded in his position, Ghayedi was reportedly unwilling to risk limited playing time. Meanwhile, Ittihad Kalba was unable to meet the financial demands for a permanent transfer, paving the way for his move to Al-Nasr.

This transfer marks a new chapter for Ghayedi as he looks to build on his strong form in the UAE Pro League.

Saman Ghoddos Joins Ittihad Kalba: The Third Iranian Star in UAE League

Saman Ghoddos has officially signed with Ittihad Kalba, becoming the third Iranian player to join this UAE Pro League team.

After being released by the English Premier League club Brentford at the end of the season, the Team Melli midfielder faced challenges in finding a new club in Europe. Despite his qualities and commitment, clubs in his home country of Sweden were also reluctant to offer him a contract.

Eventually, Ittihad Kalba, a lower-ranked UAE club, showed interest. The prospect of joining two of his Team Melli teammates, combined with a lack of other offers, led Ghoddos to sign with Kalba. Mehdi Ghayedi and Shahriar Moghanlou, the two other Iranian players at Ittihad Kalba, have already made their mark, with both players featuring in the club’s recent match against Khor Fakkan and scoring the two goals that registered the first win of the club in this season.

It is quite disheartening to see talents like Ghoddos and Sardar Azmoun end up in a league of lower stature compared to the elite European leagues. The question arises as to how such promising careers, especially Azmoun’s, can take such a downturn, leading them to play in leagues of much lower standards. This situation often reflects the players’ mentality, commitment, and mental toughness.