Omid's promotion adds pace to Selangor's frontline
The 24-year-old, known for his pace, joined the Red Giants' U-23 side in October last year and is now eager to make his mark with the senior team.
"Since arriving last year, I felt right at home," said Omid in a statement.
"Selangor are a professional, development-focused club, and I'm proud to now be part of the senior team. This is a great opportunity for me to grow, not just as a player but as a person."
"My aim is to play as much as I can, give my all, and help the team succeed."
Born in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan, and raised in the Netherlands, Omid began his career in the youth ranks of AGOVV Apeldoorn before moving to FC Twente's academy in 2011.
He went on to score 10 goals and provide three assists in 31 matches with Twente's youth squad and also featured for their reserve side.
His development continued with stints in the youth setups of Vitesse and PEC Zwolle, later earning promotion to the senior squads of both Dutch clubs.
Omid's professional breakthrough came in Australia with Para Hills Knights SC, where he made 26 appearances, including in the National Premier Leagues South Australia.
He made his senior international debut for Afghanistan in a friendly against Vietnam on June 1, 2022, and has since earned nine caps.
Selangor have also signed Brazilian striker Chrigor Moraes and Thai international midfielder Picha Autra.
The club are reportedly close to finalising a deal for former Kedah and Chonburi forward Willian Lira.
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