Two key members of the Timnas Indonesia squad, Ivar Jenner and Marselino Ferdinan, remain without professional clubs as the 2026/2027 season approaches following their involvement in the recent Piala AFF 2026 campaign, according to extensive reports from Indonesian sports media.
Contract Expirations Leave Key Players as Free Agents
The futures of both Ivar Jenner and Marselino Ferdinan have drawn intense scrutiny across domestic football following the national team’s run in the regional tournament. According to reports from VIVA.co.id and CNN Indonesia, both midfielders entered the post-tournament period holding free-agent status after their respective previous contracts concluded.
Ivar Jenner finds himself on the market following the expiration of his agreement with Dewa United. The central midfielder, who previously developed within the youth ranks of Dutch club FC Utrecht, had signed a short-term, half-season deal with the Indonesian club after arriving in February 2026. That arrangement wrapped up immediately following the conclusion of the 2025/2026 Super League campaign.
Meanwhile, Marselino Ferdinan also navigates an unattached status after his tenure with English side Oxford United came to an end in June. According to regional coverage, no contract extension has been agreed upon or announced between the player and the English club. Marselino has remained in Indonesia during this transitional period, concentrating on rehabilitation after sustaining an injury just prior to the start of the Piala AFF 2026 tournament.
Transfer Rumors Point Toward Persija Jakarta
Amid their status as free agents, both Jenner and Marselino have been heavily linked with potential moves to Liga 1 club Persija Jakarta. Reports from various outlets indicate that Persija head coach Shin Tae-yong is reportedly interested in bringing both midfielders into the Macan Kemayoran squad to bolster the club’s depth for the new domestic season.
The speculation is fueled largely by the established working relationship between the players and the South Korean manager. Both Jenner and Marselino served as foundational pieces for the Timnas Indonesia setup during Shin’s tenure at the helm of the national team, where their performances frequently drew praise from supporters and analysts alike. Despite the swirling transfer rumors, Persija Jakarta has not yet issued any official statement confirming interest in securing either player.
Broader Scrutiny on the National Team Setup
The ongoing uncertainty regarding club contracts coincides with a broader wave of analysis surrounding the state of Indonesian football following the team’s exit from the Piala AFF 2026.
As the domestic transfer window progresses, both players must secure stable professional platforms to maintain match fitness and retain their standing within the broader national team pool. Neither Dewa United nor Oxford United has commented on future roster plans regarding the two midfielders.
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