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The Star
06-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Beleaguered Perak hopeful of finding white knight
Affected: Perak player Luciano Guaycochea was among a few players who raised complaints over unpaid wages. PETALING JAYA: It may not be the end of the road yet for Perak in their bid to remain in the Super League next season. Perak FC chairman Datuk Seri Azim Zabidi revealed that three parties have expressed interest in taking over the beleaguered club. However, he declined to disclose further details as discussions are still ongoing. Azim said he was encouraged by the willingness of potential investors to step in and rescue the team, given Perak's proud history in Malaysian football. He also expressed hope that the club would be able to continue competing in the Super League next season, should the takeover materialise. 'If possible, we don't want to shut down the team, but we're unable to compete next season due to financial constraints. So when investors show interest in the club, of course I'm not going to shut the door on them,' he said. 'I can't share any details of the negotiations, but I can confirm that around three parties have come forward with the intention of buying the team.' Currently, Perak are owned by XOX Pro Sport Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of XOX Berhad, which took over the club in 2022 from Impact Media and Communication (IMC) Sdn Bhd. Ironically, IMC were also grappling with financial woes at the time, especially over unpaid player salaries. Two weeks ago, Perak — eight-time Malaysia Cup champions — officially announced their withdrawal from next season's Super League due to worsening financial troubles. They had also announced earlier that they would not take part in the President's Cup and Youth Cup competitions in 2025. The situation deteriorated further when several players raised complaints over unpaid wages, including team captain Luciano Guaycochea, who voiced his frustration with the club's management. Despite not being paid, Perak's players continued to give their all and managed to finish seventh in the league with 30 points.
The Star
28-04-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Luciano reminds Perak it's time to finally settle players' salary arrears
Our dues are overdue: Perak's former captain Luciano Guaycochea took to social media to express his discontent. — Perak FC PETALING JAYA: Perak's former captain Luciano Guaycochea has urged the club's management to pay up the players' salaries owed to them. He said it was only right if Perak keep to their word and fulfill their financial obligations. The Argentine midfielder is disheartened by what he perceived as a lack of respect from the club's leadership, particularly in light of the commitment the players had shown to help secure a respectable finish in the league. Despite not receiving their wages for several months, the players stayed united and fought hard to finish seventh. Currently back in Argentina, the 32-year-old, who is related to Liverpool and Argentina star Alexis Mac Allister, took to social media to express his discontent. 'As captain of Perak, I must voice out my disappointment regarding the treatment my teammates and I have endured. We showed dedication to the club and deserved to have all outstanding debts settled,' he stated on his Instagram account. But Guaycochea showed his heartfelt gratitude to the state and their devoted fans after announcing his departure from the club. 'My time at the club has ended. I cherish the three incredible years I had spent here, where I had formed a bond with the team and the fans, which has been the most meaningful aspect of my journey,' he said. 'From my very first match to my last, I have given my all, without reservation,' he expressed. He took a moment to acknowledge the many individuals he met along the way, reflecting on the warmth he experienced from teammates, coaching staff, kit men, medical personnel, and administrative staff. 'You will always hold a special place in my heart, Perak! Thank you for everything!' he concluded. Meanwhile, fellow foreign player Sunday Afolabi also shared the same sentiment with Luciano in regards to the players' owed salaries. 'The most challenging aspect of life is witnessing the struggles others face; we often judge from a distance without understanding. I pray for brighter days for everyone during this challenging time,' the Nigerian said.
The Star
28-04-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Captain Luciano wants Perak to show respect and pay up players' wages
PETALING JAYA: Captain Luciano Guaycochea has urged Perak's management to pay up players' salaries owed to them. He said it was only right if Perak keep to their word and fulfill their financial obligations. The Argentine midfielder is disheartened by what he perceived as a lack of respect from the club's leadership, particularly in light of the commitment the players had shown to help secure a respectable finish in the league. Despite not receiving their wages for several months, the players stayed united and comitted to finish seventh in the league. Currently back in Argentina, the 32-year-old, who is related to Liverpool and Argentina star Alexis Mac Allister, took to social media to express his discontent. "As captain of Perak, I must voice out my disappointment regarding the treatment my teammates and I have endured. We showed dedication to the club and deserved to have all outstanding debts settled," he stated on his Instagram account. But Guaycochea offered heartfelt gratitude to the state and devoted fans after announcing his departure from the club.
