Surprise Transfer: Iran Star Moves to Turkish Super League
Chorum Avaka, after winning the play-off in the first-tier league of Turkey and ascending to the Super League, is now seeking to strengthen its team for maintaining its position at the highest level. The acquisition of Mahboubi is part of the club's transfer plans aimed at bolstering their attacking line.
Mahboubi: Background and Developments
Mahboubi, a 27-year-old player, began his football journey with Shahin Bushehr. He played a crucial role in Shapah'an's promotion to the top tier during the summer of 1398. After a stint in Portuguese football, Mahboubi joined Esteghlal on loan and later Rostov, where he spent three seasons in the Russian Premier League.
Mahboubi has scored 46 goals and provided 23 assists in 251 club matches. He also played for Iran's national team in the World Cup, scoring a goal against New Zealand in each of his three appearances. Mahboubi was called up to the national team since 1398 and has scored 14 goals in 38 international games.
Details of the financial terms and duration of Mahboubi's potential contract with Chorum Avaka have not yet been announced, but progress in negotiations could see him join his third European experience in Turkish football after Portugal and Russia.
