A significant development has shaken the football world ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup. Due to the rising tensions following Israel's attacks on Iran, Inter's star striker Mehdi Taremi has been unable to leave Tehran.
UNABLE TO LEAVE TEHRAN
According to a report by La Gazzetta dello Sport, Mehdi Taremi, a teammate of our national team player Hakan Çalhanoğlu, had traveled to his home country to join the Iranian national team for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. However, it was reported that he has been unable to depart from Tehran due to the military operations launched by Israel.
CONTACTS ARE ONGOING
It is stated that the Italian club Inter is concerned about Mehdi Taremi's safety and is attempting to remain in constant contact with their player. It was reported that club officials are mobilizing all their resources to get Taremi out of Iran.
Inter will play its first match in the FIFA Club World Cup against the Mexican representative Monterrey on Wednesday, June 18, at 04:00 Turkish time.
News Source: 12punto
