Persik Kediri management has officially announced the appointment of Dyaradzi Aufa Taruna as the new Sports Director. This decision was taken as a strategic step for the club to finalize preparations for the 2026/2027 Super League season and to reinforce the team's management foundation to be more professional and modern.
Known affectionately as Razzi Taruna, he previously gained recognition in the national football scene after successfully leading PSIM Yogyakarta to win Liga 2 in the 2024/2025 season, while also securing promotion to the top flight for the club. This prestigious track record was the main consideration for the White Tigers management in recruiting him.
President Director of Persik Kediri, Souraiya Farina, expressed optimism regarding Razzi's arrival. According to her, Razzi has a deep understanding of the vision and values championed by Persik. His presence is expected to bring new energy to all elements of the team to synergize in building a competitive squad at the national level.
Furthermore, Souraiya emphasized that the main focus of this appointment is to align the work programs between the management and the coaching staff. This synergy is expected to create a more integrated club ecosystem, which is crucial capital in navigating the tight competition next season.
Meanwhile, Razzi Taruna welcomed this new challenge with great enthusiasm. He believes Persik Kediri has immense potential, supported by solid management and quality players. With high confidence, Razzi stated his readiness to collaborate with all parties to lead Persik Kediri to maximum achievement in the upcoming season.
