Persib Loans Two Young Talents to PSGC Ciamis, a New Strategy Toward Liga 1

Persib Bandung has once again shown its commitment to youth development by loaning two 20-year-old talents, Athaya Zahran and Kevin Muhammad Islami Pasha, to PSGC Ciamis. The decision was made to give both players regular minutes that have been hard to come by in the first team.

The move is not just an ordinary transfer. PSGC Ciamis, which holds satellite club status for Persib, is an ideal destination to sharpen the abilities of young players. Deputy CEO of PT Persib Bandung Bermartabat, Adhitia Putra Herawan, stressed that the loan was the result of thorough discussions between management, the coaching staff, PSGC, and the players themselves. "This decision aims to give young players the chance to get more playing minutes and match experience," he said in an official statement, Friday (25/9/2026).

For Persib, this is a long-term investment. The club nicknamed Maung Bandung wants to ensure every young player gets the right competitive environment. Adhitia added that regular playing experience will boost the players' confidence and tactical understanding. "We will continue to provide space and support for young players to develop according to their career stages," he continued.

"The most important thing is to make sure they get the right environment and experience to keep growing." - Adhitia Putra Herawan, Deputy CEO of PT Persib Bandung Bermartabat

The decision also aligns with PSGC Ciamis's need to build a competitive squad. With satellite club status, PSGC not only gets quality players but is also tied into Persib's development ecosystem. Such cooperation is increasingly common in Indonesian football, where big clubs loan their young players to smaller clubs to speed up maturation.

Although loaned out, Persib will not simply let them go. Management will continue to monitor Athaya's and Kevin's progress while they wear the PSGC shirt. The hope is that both return with valuable experience and are ready to compete in the first team in the coming seasons. The move is also a signal that Persib is serious about building foundations from the academy, not just buying ready-made players.

Going forward, the success of this loan scheme will be a benchmark for similar policies. If Athaya and Kevin can show impressive performances at PSGC, it is not impossible that they become the backbone of Persib in the future. Conversely, if they fail, management will need to evaluate its approach to youth development. Either way, Indonesian football needs more clubs willing to give opportunities to the younger generation.