The transfer market ahead of the 2026/2027 season has once again become a highlight. After several foreign player names were linked to Maung Bandung, the name of Albanian midfielder Enriko Papa has now emerged, reportedly on the radar of the 2025/2026 Super League champion.
The rumor regarding interest in Enriko Papa immediately caught the attention of Bobotoh. If the transfer materializes, it could add to the list of European players strengthening the team in recent seasons.
Enriko Papa is currently still registered as a player for a club competing in the top tier of the Romanian League. The 33-year-old midfielder stands at 178 centimeters and is known as a player capable of filling several roles in the midfield.
Enriko Papa’s primary position is central midfielder. However, the Albanian player can also be deployed as a defensive midfielder or an attacking midfielder. This flexibility is one of the advantages that makes him considered suitable for the team’s needs next season.
Experience is also a key asset for Enriko Papa. Throughout his professional career, he has played for several clubs in Albania, Turkey, and Romania. In recent seasons, the Romanian competition has been where Enriko Papa has developed his career at the highest level.
With his club last season, Enriko Papa appeared in 28 matches across various competitions. From those appearances, he recorded one goal and six assists, with a total playing time of 1,359 minutes.
Overall, Enriko Papa’s career record is also impressive. He has recorded over 322 official matches with a collection of 22 goals and 25 assists. These statistics demonstrate the consistency and experience he possesses as a senior player in the midfield sector.
The presence of a player like Enriko Papa is considered capable of adding quality to the team. Besides having good defensive abilities, he is also able to help transition play from the back line to the front line.
However, until now there has been no official confirmation from the team management regarding this transfer rumor. Enriko Papa’s name remains only as a player linked to the team in this season’s transfer market.
If he eventually joins, Enriko Papa could become an experienced option to help the team face the busy domestic and Asian competition schedule in the 2026/2027 season.
