02.03.2026 23:32
Mehdi Taremi, the star player of the Iranian national team who plays for Olympiakos in Greece, has informed the current club officials that he wants to return to his country following the attacks by the US and Israel to take part in military leadership and command, arm himself, and defend Iran. It was reported that officials from the Iranian Football Federation are trying to convince the player to stay in Greece, but Taremi was not persuaded, stating, "This is the moment my country needs me the most."
The star forward of the Iranian national team, Mehdi Taremi, who plays for the Greek team Olympiakos, has decided to return to his country following the attacks by the USA and Israel on Iran.
HE NOTIFIED HIS CLUB ABOUT JOINING THE ARMY
The 33-year-old player applied to the club officials, stating that he wanted to join the army leadership and military command, arm himself, and defend Iran.
EFFORTS ARE BEING MADE TO REVERSE HIS DECISION
Recently, Taremi's decision, who has been performing effectively in the Greek Super League with Olympiakos, has caused a significant stir in the football community. According to reports in the Iranian press, officials from the Iranian Football Federation are making intense efforts to convince the star player to stay in Greece and continue his career, but it has been stated that Taremi is determined in his decision.
'THE MOMENT MY COUNTRY NEEDS ME THE MOST'
The 33-year-old footballer expressed to those close to him, "This is the moment my country needs me the most. My people and my homeland are in danger, and I must be there," indicating his insistence on joining the army.
HE HAS ALSO PLAYED FOR INTER AND PORTO
Mehdi Taremi has also worn the jerseys of Inter and Porto in the past seasons, making a name for himself worldwide with the goals he scored.