Persija Jakarta Names Shin Tae-yong Led Coaching Staff for 2026/2027 Season

Persija Jakarta has officially unveiled its complete coaching staff for the upcoming 2026/2027 BRI Super League season. The "Macan Kemayoran" (The Tigers) will be under the leadership of South Korean head coach Shin Tae-yong, marking a new era for the club. The newly formed staff is a blend of South Korean and Indonesian football expertise.

Persija Jakarta President Mohamad Prapanca expressed optimism about the new coaching team, stating, "We believe every individual in the coaching team has an equally important role in building Persija." He highlighted that the combination of international experience and deep understanding of Indonesian football is key to the team's success. Prapanca welcomed the new members, emphasizing their role in supporting Shin Tae-yong to build a competitive team.

The club's strategy involves building a strong foundation for this new era. Notable figures joining the staff include Yoo Jae-hoon as goalkeeping coach and Maman Abdurrahman as an assistant coach. Ardhi Tjahjoko will continue as the team manager, tasked with supporting the team's needs amidst the fierce competition expected next season.

The complete coaching structure is considered crucial for Persija's preparation for the 2026/2027 season. The club anticipates that the collaboration among all team elements will create a solid base for achieving its objectives. The full list of the coaching staff includes Shin Tae-yong (Head Coach), Ardhi Tjahjoko (Manager), Kim Dong-ki (Head Scout), Cho Byung-kuk (Assistant Coach), Choi In-cheul (Assistant Coach), Maman Abdurrahman (Assistant Coach), Taji Prashetio (Assistant Coach), Yoo Jae-hoon (Goalkeeper Coach), Kim Jong-jin (Analyst), Muhammad Fayyadh (Analyst), Huh Ji-sub (Physical Coach), Hwang Ji-hwan (Physical Coach), and Jeongseok Seo (Interpreter).