The manager responded calmly to the rival club’s move to hire a coach and bring in new players for the 2026/2027 season.
According to him, each club has its own strategy for building team strength. Therefore, he is not worried about the transfer activities of his rivals.
“Ah, no problem, whoever they want to sign. We are not intimidated,” he said when met in Bandung.
The man, affectionately called Pak Haji Umuh, emphasized that he remains optimistic that Persib Bandung can compete at the top and maintain the performance shown in recent seasons.
He even hinted that Persib Bandung is still preparing a surprise in this transfer window. Although he did not reveal the specific figure, Umuh Muchtar mentioned that the President Director of PT Persib Bandung Bermartabat, Glenn Sugita, is preparing an important step to strengthen the team.
“Later, Mr. Glenn will also make a surprise. God willing,” he said.
However, Umuh Muchtar admitted that so far there has been no leak about new players who will join Persib Bandung. According to him, the entire process is still ongoing, and management has not made a final decision.
“Not yet. The players are also on break now, resting first,” he said.
Besides waiting for new players to arrive, Persib Bandung is also still evaluating the squad composition. Several players are confirmed to leave the team, while others are still waiting for certainty regarding their future.
Umuh Muchtar revealed that this situation is not much different from what Persib Bandung experienced last season. Player changes are part of the team refreshment process to maintain competitiveness in an increasingly tight competition.
“Who leaves and who stays is still being processed. Many are also leaving, just like last year,” said Umuh Muchtar.
With the transfer window still ongoing, the fans are now awaiting the surprise promised by Persib Bandung management to welcome the 2026/2027 season.
Bandung
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a city known for its cool climate, colonial architecture, and creative culture. Historically, it gained prominence during the Dutch colonial era as a planned resort city, and later hosted the historic 1955 Asia-Africa Conference. Today, it is a vibrant hub for art, fashion, and education, often referred to as “Paris of Java.”
Bandung
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a vibrant city known for its cool climate and colonial-era architecture, earning it the nickname “Paris of Java.” Historically, it gained international prominence in 1955 as the host of the Asia-Africa Conference, which laid the groundwork for the Non-Aligned Movement. Today, Bandung is a popular destination for its art-deco buildings, culinary scene, and nearby natural attractions like volcanoes and tea plantations.
Persib Bandung
Persib Bandung is a professional football club based in Bandung, Indonesia, founded in 1933. It is one of the oldest and most popular clubs in the country, with a rich history rooted in the struggle for Indonesian independence, as the club’s name originally stood for “Persatuan Sepak Bola Indonesia Bandung” (Indonesian Football Association of Bandung). Persib has a fierce rivalry with Persija Jakarta, and its passionate fanbase, known as Bobotoh, makes it a cultural icon in West Java.
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Bandung
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a vibrant city known for its colonial architecture, lush tea plantations, and cool mountain climate. Historically, it gained prominence in the early 20th century as a hub for Dutch plantation owners and later hosted the historic 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, which marked a pivotal moment for post-colonial solidarity. Today, it is a popular destination for its creative culture, culinary scene, and nearby volcanic landscapes.
Persib Bandung
Persib Bandung is a professional football club based in Bandung, Indonesia, founded in 1933. It is one of the oldest and most popular clubs in the country, with a passionate fanbase known as Bobotoh. The club has won multiple Liga Indonesia titles and holds a significant place in the nation’s football culture and history.
