Abolfazl Jalali, Persepolis defender, has returned to the team's group training after a long absence due to injury and is also present in tactical training. However, the coaching staff's concerns about using this player due to the risk of re-injury still persist.
Injury Period and Return to Training
Jalali was injured in the second week of the Premier League matches against Esteghlal Khuzestan and was sidelined for a month. Now, with recovery, he has found the condition to participate in matches and hopes to play in the match on Friday against Naft Abadan. However, his physical condition is such that the coaching staff cannot rely on his presence for 90 minutes.
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Managing Jalali's Time on the Field
Despite the urgent need for a specialized player in the left-back position, Persepolis coaches have decided to carefully manage Jalali's time on the field if he is used. This decision is made to prevent an increased risk of re-injury. Therefore, even if Jalali is included in Persepolis's starting lineup, there is a possibility of substituting him during the match, and there is no plan for his full 90-minute presence.
Satisfaction with Mehdi Tikdari Nejad
Meanwhile, Mehdi Tartari is satisfied with Mehdi Tikdari Nejad's performance in recent weeks. Tikdari Nejad, who has played in a non-specialized left-back position, has managed to attract the positive attention of the Persepolis head coach. This good performance has made Jalali's presence as a substitute player a serious possibility.
The coaching staff of Persepolis ultimately has to make a decision based on Jalali's physical condition and the team's needs on the left flank. This decision, which is shaped according to the player's current condition and the team's requirements, will not be finalized until the announcement of the starting lineup for the match against Naft Abadan.
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