Persib Bandung Overhauls Championship Squad Ahead of 2025–2026 Season

JAKARTA, July 4, 2025 — In a bold and unexpected move, Persib Bandung, the reigning Liga 1 2024–2025 champions, has made sweeping changes to its squad in preparation for the upcoming 2025–2026 season.

The decision has caught fans and pundits by surprise, particularly due to the club’s choice to part ways with all of its foreign players from last season — despite their crucial role in delivering the championship title.

As of this week, 15 players from the previous squad have officially been released. In response, Persib has brought in 11 new signings, including 8 foreign players, to bolster their lineup for the new campaign.

While the management has not yet provided detailed reasoning, the large-scale restructuring suggests a long-term strategy to refresh the team and increase competitiveness both domestically and potentially in regional tournaments.

More details on the full roster and tactical approach are expected to be unveiled in the coming weeks as the team continues pre-season preparations.