Sohrab Bakhtiari-Zadeh, the head coach of Esteghlal, held an important and key meeting with Alireza Koushki, one of the stars of last season's team, during the FIFA break. This meeting took place while Koushki had not been able to meet Bakhtiari-Zadeh's expectations in recent weeks, and his performance had come under intense scrutiny.
New Expectations from Koushki
In this meeting, Bakhtiari-Zadeh explicitly told Koushki that he was not satisfied with his current performance and asked him to become the same player who was recognized as one of Esteghlal's influential figures last season. He emphasized, "I want the Koushki from last year; the same player who was the star of the team." This statement reflects Bakhtiari-Zadeh's high sensitivity regarding Koushki's situation, especially considering that he has Yaser Asani available as a right winger and is looking to strengthen the left flank.
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Opportunity for a Comeback
The FIFA break was not just an opportunity for Koushki to rest. The Esteghlal head coach has asked him to show a different and better face in the remainder of the season and return to his brilliant form from last season. Bakhtiari-Zadeh knows well that to compete in the Premier League, the team needs a player who can carry Esteghlal's attacking burden, and in this regard, Koushki is the best option.
Now it remains to be seen whether Koushki can respond to this trust and become the same star who shone for Esteghlal last season. This new challenge is significant not only for Koushki but also for Bakhtiari-Zadeh, as the team's success depends on this player's performance.
Ultimately, Koushki's return to ideal form could be a turning point in Esteghlal's season and guide the team toward greater successes. Everything depends on Koushki's effort and will, and this is an opportunity he must make the best use of.
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