The management of Persik Kediri has officially introduced Dyaradzi Aufa Taruna, affectionately known as Razzi Taruna, as their new Sports Director. This step was taken by the club nicknamed the White Tigers as a tangible effort to strengthen its organizational structure while modernizing club governance in facing professional football competitions.
Razzi is no stranger to the national football scene. He boasts an impressive track record, notably his success while managing PSIM Yogyakarta. Razzi successfully led the club nicknamed Laskar Mataram to win the Liga 2 title in the 2024/2025 season, securing their promotion to the top tier, Liga 1.
President Director of Persik Kediri, Souraiya Farina, revealed that Razzi's arrival is part of the club's long-term strategy. According to her, Razzi has a deep understanding of the values upheld by the White Tigers and is expected to synergize with all elements of the team to build a more competitive and sustainable football ecosystem.
Responding to his new appointment, Razzi Taruna expressed great enthusiasm to bring positive changes to the club. He believes that Persik Kediri has immense potential and expressed readiness to work tirelessly alongside the management and coaching staff to face the challenges of the upcoming season with optimism.
The appointment of a Sports Director underscores Persik Kediri's commitment to transforming into a professional football institution. This role will focus on strategic aspects beyond pitch tactics, such as squad development and laying the foundations for the club's industrial growth, ensuring that achievements are not merely short-lived but sustainable over the long term.