Marko Bakic, the creative and talented midfielder of Persepolis, has recently been added to the surplus list of this team. Bakic, who had impressive performances last season and managed to attract the attention of fans, has been condemned to sit on the bench this season due to some technical issues and a lack of coordination with the playing philosophy of Mehdi Tartar, the new head coach of Persepolis.
Initial performance and fan expectations
As soon as Bakic joined Persepolis during the transfer window of the twenty-fifth league, he revived hopes for a successful new season with his brilliant performances in the early weeks. However, over time, especially this season, fan expectations have gradually turned into disappointment. Tartar, as the head coach of Persepolis, has been using other combinations like Mohammad Khodabandehloo and Pouria Pourali instead of Bakic.
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Reasons for not using Bakic
Despite Bakic's good performance last season, Mehdi Tartar has stated reasons for not using this player. The head coach of Persepolis and the technical staff believe that Bakic disrupts the rhythm of the game and does not meet expectations in terms of speed and running on the field. These decisions have not only affected Bakic himself but have also impacted the morale of the fans.
Moreover, it seems that there has been no communication between Bakic and Tartar regarding improving performance. The lack of communication between the two indicates that neither Bakic is willing to improve his situation nor Tartar is acting based on his needs and problems. This situation could lead to Bakic's separation from Persepolis during the winter transfer window.
Future predictions and possible separation
Given the current circumstances, Bakic's separation from Persepolis in the mid-season is considered a serious possibility. This player may soon join another team, and it is expected that Persepolis will seek to attract one of the players from the U23 team to find a suitable replacement for Bakic. This transfer could benefit all parties and provide Bakic with an opportunity to continue his football career in a new team with better conditions.
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