KL City signs national winger Safawi on loan from JDT
Safawi joins the City Boys on a one-season loan from Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT), adding significant firepower to the Klang Valley-based side as they gear up for the 2025-26 M-League campaign.
"Safawi? Yes, it's confirmed," said Syed Yazid briefly.
The 27-year-old brings a wealth of experience, having made 66 appearances and scored 22 goals for Harimau Malaya.
At club level, Safawi has turned out for T-Team, Terengganu, JDT, Portuguese side Portimonense and Thailand's Ratchaburi, collecting multiple M-League titles and domestic honours along the way.
Safawi is not expected to be the only new arrival from the south, with KL City also being linked to JDT midfielder Syamer Kutty Abba, who has 42 national caps.
Syed Yazid believes KL City will be in good shape next season, with preparations already well underway.
"It will be a solid team next season," he said.
"There will be a meeting on Monday to finalise matters regarding the squad."
He also addressed recent concerns surrounding the club's finances, reassuring fans that KL City are in the clear.
"Salaries have been paid. Everything is clear," he said.
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