The official players out from Persib Bandung, a total of 7 people, from Ciro Alves to Kastaneer

Here is the list of players who have officially bid farewell and will not be strengthening Persib Bandung in the 2025/2026 season.

A number of Persib Bandung players officially bid farewell and some have been officially released.

Most of the players released are foreign players.

With the departure of a number of foreign players, Persib Bandung appears to be aggressively hunting for star players.

Next, who are the official players who bid farewell and left Persib Bandung? Please provide an analysis:

Ahmad Agung

The new player who joined Persib Bandung in the second round of the 2024/2025 Indonesian Liga 1, Ahmad Agung, has now been officially released and will not strengthen Persib next season.

Although it can be said that defending Persib was very short, as it was only half a season, it still left a memorable impression. This is because Persib Bandung managed to win back-to-back titles this season.

Deputy CEO of PT Persib Bandung Bermartabat, Adhitia Putra Herawan, acknowledged Ahmad Agung's contribution as a loan player, even though it was relatively short.

"Thank you Ahmad Agung, may success always accompany your next career journey. Our time together was short, but it will always be remembered," said Adhitia.

Because Ahmad Agung was brought in on loan status from Persib Kediri, at that time Bojan Hodak decided to bring him in because he had coached him when he was at PSM Makassar.

This is because the wingers owned by Persib, Dedi Kusnandar and Rachmat Irianto, must sit out until the end of the season due to injuries they have sustained.

From the beginning, Bojan Hodak emphasized that Ahmad Agung was brought in to cover for Marc Klok, Adam Alis, Mateo Kocijan, and Robi Darwis, players who are available and accustomed to playing in the defensive midfielder position.

While defending for Persib, Ahmad Agung appeared in 6 matches, with 63 minutes of play time because in each game, he was a substitute player.

Mateo Kocijan

Mateo Kocijan thanked everyone for their support in delivering his speech, through his personal Instagram account on Thursday (29/5/2025) evening.

The Croatian player, who still appears to be impressed by the situation that occurred at the end of this season.

"Although I am still impressed by the entire situation, and enjoying every moment, after all that we have achieved this season. I want to say thank you, to everyone who has been part of this beautiful story," said Mateo Kocijan in his post.

According to Mateo, the bobotoh have truly shown that it is something very special, and worthy of all praise.

"I apologize if there were any negative aspects from my side. Everything is beautiful and extraordinary, thank you for everything, from the first day I stepped into Indonesia until the celebration we just held," said Mateo.

According to Mateo, the fans make his life more beautiful, and this will be remembered for a lifetime.

"About my teammates and staff, there's no need for much talk because they are extraordinary people for whom no words can describe them," he said.

In his post, Mateo often repeats his words of gratitude.

I also do not forget to thank the Persib Manager, Umuh Muchtar.

"Once again, Persib, Bobotoh, Mr. Umuh, and everyone involved this season, thank you for everything. Persib is blue, Bandung is blue, Indonesia is blue, always in our hearts," he said.

Mateo joined Persib this season.

I played in 28 matches in the Indonesian Liga 1 with one assist.

While in the AFC Champions League, he played in 5 matches with 1 goal.

Nick Kuipers

Nick Kuipers thanked and expressed his gratitude to the Bobotoh who have always supported him in both happy and difficult times.

"Yes, as I always say, it's not always easy. With management too, there are sometimes problems and sometimes the stadium is empty. But we always feel the support on social media and from people on the street," Nick said while at GBLA Stadium.

Nick admits, truly hoping from the bottom of his heart, that the stadium will always be full because Persib deserves that every week, in every match.

"It turns out that it's really true that when the stadium is full, you truly do help the players. When they (Bobotoh) always support the players, always sing and shout as they always do, then it's like a 1-0 lead for Persib when playing at home," Nick said.

So according to Nick, the support of the Bobotoh will greatly help the players competing on the field.

"I want to express my gratitude for all the support they (Bobotoh) have given me, and for everything they always tell me. They (Bobotoh) love me and I also love them very much," said the player who joined Persib in 2019 and now chooses to leave without strengthening Persib anymore.

Nick said that he will always keep Bobotoh in his heart.

"So I'm very happy to be able to end this journey with them, with the final in the last match, and we celebrated the championship title together. So I'm very happy we could close this chapter in this way," he said.

When mentioning Bobotoh said to leave like a true man, Nick hopes so.

"I also hope, I go like a true man, you know," he said with a smile.

Kevin Mendoza

Persib Bandung now has lost their main goalkeeper, Kevin Ray Mendoza.

Kevin Mendoza has officially said goodbye to Persib Bandung, on Friday (23/5/2025).

The farewell message was written by Kevin Mendoza in an Instagram post on his personal account, @kevinraymendoza.

Thus, Kevin Mendoza will play his last match with Persib Bandung against Persis Solo.

Persib Bandung is scheduled to face Persis Solo in the final week of the 2024/2025 Liga 1.

The said regulation also became the moment of celebration until the trophy handover for Maung Bandung champions.

"Thank you Persib and Bobotoh. Today is my last training session, and tomorrow will be my last match wearing the Persib jersey," said Kevin.

Ia kemudian menyatakan sangat sedih harus berpisah dengan Bobotoh dan Persib karena telah berjuang bersama Persib selama 1,5 tahun dan meraih 2 piala Liga 1 Bersama Persib.

I am very sad to have to say goodbye to this extraordinary family that has become part of my life over the last 1.5 years. This has truly been the best football experience of my life, and I will never forget the time we spent together.

"Especially the most historical moments, which are becoming champion two times in a row by winning the league for two consecutive seasons and celebrating it together with the entire City of Bandung," he said.

I said that his journey with Persib has truly become a dream come true for him.

"And I will always be grateful to see so many people showing their love, joy, and passion for this club and this sport," he said.

Since he came to Bandung, Kevin says that he has always hoped and intended to live in Bandung for many years.

"But sometimes one door closes and another opens. Hopefully this is not a goodbye, but rather 'see you later.' See you later!" he concluded.

5. Ciro Alves

Ciro Alves emphasized leaving Persib Bandung because he did not get any clarity on his status or offers, not because of the lure of a big salary from another club.

Now, it is reported that Ciro Alves has already agreed to join Malut United for the upcoming season.

The Brazilian player has made 30 appearances in the 2024/2025 Liga 1, scoring 6 goals and providing 13 assists.

"Why didn't I stay? Because Persib did not offer anything," said Ciro Alves, quoted from BolaSport on Friday (05/23/2025).

I never received any offer related to this.

He said, 'I have been waiting for a long time,'

Then Ciro Alves also revealed that actually the discussion about his new contract had been happening since last November.

At that time, Persib offered him a one-year contract and his salary had to be reduced.

"I only conducted initial discussions in November and December," said Ciro Alves.

"Persib also told me, 'I can only offer you a one-year contract, with a reduced salary,'" he explained.

Next, there is no further discussion regarding that contract.

Ciro believes that they have been waiting too long and there has been no movement from the club.

Nevertheless, Ciro admits that he is already resigned and accepts his condition at Persib.

"After that, there was never any more discussion," said Ciro.

I have been waiting and waiting, because I always say that I love this city, this club. It is my dream to end my career here,

"But this is normal in football, it's okay. Persib did not offer anything to me, and that is common," he asserted.

This statement by Ciro firmly dispels the rumors about the player moving due to salary issues.

"I didn't leave because of the salary, or because I couldn't get a three-year contract," explained Ciro.

I went because Persib did not offer me anything.

"But once again, this is normal in football," he concluded.

Adapun Ciro Alves himself was brought to Persib during the 2022/2023 season from Persikabo 1973.

During three years defending Persib Bandung, it is recorded that the 36-year-old winger has played in 107 matches.

From 107 matches, it is recorded that Ciro Alves managed to score 35 goals and 33 assists.

Ciro Alves also made significant contributions to Persib Bandung's back-to-back championship in the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 Liga 1 seasons.

Interesting to see the performance of Ciro Alves with his new club next season.

6. Tyronne Del Pino

Persib Bandung has released another foreign player, Tyronne del Pino, ahead of the start of Liga 1 2025-2026.

The official announcement of the end of cooperation between Persib Bandung and Tyronne del Pino was shared through the @persib Instagram account on Thursday, June 5, 2025.

Persib Bandung describes the togetherness with Tyronne del Pino as indeed short but meaningful.

Short but meaningful, thank you for your extraordinary contributions to #PERSIB. Wishing you success in your next career.

"Thank you very much, Master!", wrote Persib Bandung.

Previously, the best player of Liga 1 2024-2025 had already said goodbye to Persib.

We completed a historic season.

Thank you for the video @hat_trick_videos

I had a beautiful season with @persib both individually and collectively, which will always be a wonderful memory. Thank you to the Fantastic Fans and the City of Bandung.

Goodbye Forever BOBOTOH

"Thankful to God," wrote @tyronne11, Wednesday (6/4/2025).

With Persib Bandung, the player valued at IDR 2.17 billion appeared in 37 matches across all competitions, scoring 21 goals and providing 9 assists.

Tyronne del Pino, who left Persib Bandung, is reportedly going to continue playing in the Liga 1 next season.

I am said to be joining Malut United, following the rumors that Ciro Alves and Gustavo Franca have deals with Laskar Kie Raha.

Gervane Kastaneer

Persib Bandung has released its foreign player Gervane Kastaneer again.

The news was uploaded by the Instagram account @persib with the caption:

Thank you Gervane Kastaneer! The brief companionship must come to an end, all the best for your future career!

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