Al-Ahli Jeddah coach, Matthias Jaissle, addressed speculations regarding the potential departure of Brazilian star Firmino from the team. Responding to a question about the impact of Firmino not being included in the starting lineup against Al-Hazm, Jaissle stated, “Not at all, not featuring in the starting lineup is not an indicator of his imminent departure. Although he is not in his best form, he trains well and demonstrates good performance thanks to his distinctive mentality.”
Firmino was excluded from the main lineup for the match against Al-Hazm in the 18th round of the Saudi League. Despite this decision, Jaissle emphasized that it does not necessarily signify Firmino’s departure, as the Brazilian still possesses technical abilities and a unique mentality that make him an important player.
Firmino has participated in 15 matches with Al-Ahli Jeddah during the current season, scoring three goals and assisting in three others in 1127 minutes of play. Despite his current form, Firmino remains part of the team’s plans, contributing to both domestic and international competitions.
In conclusion, Coach Matthias Jaissle’s remarks provide reassurance that Firmino’s absence from the starting lineup does not signal an impending departure. Despite current performance challenges, Jaissle underscores Firmino’s valuable contributions and emphasizes the player’s continued importance to Al-Ahli Jeddah’s plans in both local and international competitions. As the speculation settles, it remains to be seen how Firmino’s role will evolve within the team in the coming matches.
