SWEDEN: In a significant development for Pakistani football, standout defender Abdullah Iqbal is set to transfer to Mjällby AIF, a top-flight club in Sweden, as reported on Thursday. Iqbal, currently with Danish team B93, is making the move for a reported fee of €200,000. The transfer is anticipated to be officially confirmed later this week, marking an important milestone in Iqbal’s promising career.
At 26 years old, Iqbal has earned 14 caps for Pakistan, showcasing his strong defensive abilities and leadership on the field, having captained the national team in two matches. Mjällby AIF, established in 1939, has a rich footballing history and has previously hosted notable Swedish players such as Christian Wilhelmsson and Mattias Asper. Last season, the club gained attention for fielding the youngest squad in the Allsvenskan, Sweden’s premier football league, with four players selected for the U-21 national team, highlighting the club’s commitment to developing young talent.
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