Pouraliganji is said to have featured on the radar of Leeds United head coach Marcelo Bielsa.
Morteza Pouraliganji has found a new club – just days after the Iranian defender was said to feature on Leeds United’s radar.
Previously a free agent after leaving Al Sadd, Pouraliganji announced on Instagram yesterday (Saturday) that he has signed for KAS Eupen.
But that may not be the last those of a Leeds persuasion hear of the 26-year-old.
The Belgian side’s name is one that should be familiar to many Whites fans, with the two clubs linked via their association with the Aspire Academy.
The Qatari institution sponsor Eupen and employ Ivan Bravo, the Leeds board member, as director general.
The names of both clubs were thrown together curiously earlier this year, when Eupen announced the signing of Yuto Tokoyawa from Leeds – despite the Japanese striker having no known association with the Championship side.
And Pouraliganji’s move allows Leeds to keep a closer eye on the player, as he takes his first steps into European football.
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