PSIM Jogja coach Van Gastel maintains open competition for starting lineup

PSIM Jogja coach Jean-Paul Van Gastel has stated that he has not yet finalized a permanent starting eleven for the upcoming 2026/2027 Super League season. The Dutch coach emphasized that no player is guaranteed a core position, as competition within the squad is essential to maintaining high performance levels throughout the season.

Van Gastel noted that while an initial eleven will be selected for the opening match, their status as starters may change based on ongoing performance. The arrival of several new players during the transfer window has provided the coach with more tactical options and different qualities to work with. While the team's fundamental playing principles will remain unchanged, the new additions may allow for more varied tactical approaches, including the potential use of two strikers depending on match requirements.