I want Aku and Sentey – Popov

Male’, MALDIVES – New Radiant’s former head coach, Velizar Popov has said that he is in talks with Akram Abdul Ghani and Ali Fasir to give them the opportunity to join Oman’s Sur Club.

Speaking to maldivesoccer.com Popov said that he has held talks with Akram and Fasir but he will finalize it in December.

“I have had talks with Aku and Sentey and they are very positive with the offer that I have given to them. But I will finalize it in December.”

Popov also said that Aku has a contract with New Radiant and he respects it.

“I know Aku and Sentey has one year remaining with his current contract with New Radiant and if the club release him I will sign him definitely.”

“I also wanted Dhagey but he has signed for a Malaysian club and which is good for Dhagey and I wish him all the best.”

Popov also said that he is looking for one more striker from Maldives.

“I am looking for one more striker from Maldives but now my main priority is Aku and Sentey.”

Meanwhile New Radiant’s chairman Ali Waheed (Balak) said that Aku showed his interest to play abroad.

“Aku told me about the offer and he has showed his interest to join Sur Club. And I have told about the figures what Aku wanted from Sur and we are waiting for a final word from them. Hopefully before 1st or 2nd December.”

“Aku wanted to join the Sur Club even till June next year and we will not stop him if he wanted to join them. We will always do what’s best for the players.”