Essien still a Persib Bandung player, says his representatives

Ghana midfielder Michael Essien’s agent Amogu Mathieu, has revealed that his client is still a player of Indonesian side Persib Bandung.

Reports emerged that the player has parted ways with the club.

Essien was reported to have been omitted from Persib Bandung squad following the signing of foreign strikers, as the club want to comply with the Indonesian league policy.

“Essien is still in Persib, until now if there are changes will be reported,” said Essien agent, Amogu Mathieu, quoted Tribunjogja.com from Tribun Jabar.

“Essien himself is still a Persib player considering the unfinished contract; he just was not registered for the 2018 season.

“Until now Persib players, and the rights of Essien until now like other players, before pak Teddy Tjahyono also has said,” he continued.