Dewa United Banten FC has once again underscored its commitment to building a highly competitive team by officially securing the services of promising Indonesian national team midfielder, Ivar Jenner. The 22-year-old talent, recruited from Dutch club FC Utrecht, is set to bolster the ranks of the Banten Warriors until the conclusion of the BRI Super League 2025/26 season.
Jenner’s arrival marks a significant enhancement to the midfield. He has established himself as a pivotal player for the Indonesian National Team over the past few years. His invaluable European playing experience, combined with his consistent performances on the international stage, is anticipated to inject a fresh dynamic and new dimension into Dewa United’s gameplay.
During his official introduction at the Dewa United Arena in Tangerang on Friday, February 6th, Ivar Jenner shared insights into his football journey, from his formative years in the Netherlands to proudly representing the ‘Merah Putih’ (Red and White) on the international stage. He began by reminiscing about his development as a young player in the ‘Land of Windmills’ (the Netherlands).
“I believe my experience playing football in the Netherlands was excellent. I spent two years with Ajax’s youth teams before making the move to FC Utrecht when I was 12 years old,” Jenner explained, highlighting the robust foundation laid during his early career.
This formative period proved crucial in shaping his technical skills and tactical understanding of the game. Following his move to FC Utrecht, Ivar Jenner steadily earned opportunities to advance through the club’s ranks, demonstrating continuous growth and potential.
“There, I managed to get several chances to play with the first team. Additionally, I accumulated significant playing minutes in the Dutch second division with FC Utrecht’s second team. That experience provided me with vital exposure and game time at that level,” he elaborated, emphasizing the practical experience gained.
“Now, I am embarking on a new chapter in my career by joining Dewa United, and I am incredibly happy with this decision,” Jenner added, expressing his enthusiasm for his move to Indonesia.
Beyond his club-level experiences, Ivar also spoke candidly about his journey with the Indonesian National Team, a path that played a vital role in forging his character and confidence as a player. He revealed that his involvement with the ‘Merah Putih’ began at the youth level, paving the way for his progression.
“My experience with the national team has also been very positive. That journey commenced when I joined the U-20 national team for a training camp in Turkey,” he recounted, pinpointing the starting point of his international career.
“Subsequently, I continued my progression with the U-23 team and eventually made it to the senior national team. With the main squad, I had the opportunity to work under three different coaches,” he shared, highlighting the varied leadership he experienced.
Despite the ultimate dream of reaching the global stage not yet fully realized, Ivar Jenner maintains profound optimism for the future of Indonesian football. He concluded by stating, “Even though we haven’t yet qualified for the World Cup, I firmly believe the national team possesses excellent quality to compete strongly in the Asian Cup and to strive for qualification in the next World Cup cycles. I am optimistic that these targets can be achieved.”
Summary
Indonesian national team midfielder Ivar Jenner, 22, has officially joined Dewa United Banten FC from Dutch club FC Utrecht, signing until the BRI Super League 2025/26 season. Jenner shared insights into his career, highlighting his early development with Ajax’s youth teams and subsequent move to FC Utrecht at age 12. During his time in the Netherlands, he gained crucial experience, including first-team chances and significant playing minutes in the Dutch second division, expressing happiness with his decision to join Dewa United.
Jenner also recounted his progression with the Indonesian National Team, starting from the U-20 squad, advancing to U-23, and eventually reaching the senior team. Despite not yet qualifying for the World Cup, he maintains profound optimism for Indonesian football’s future. Jenner firmly believes the national team possesses excellent quality to compete strongly in the Asian Cup and strive for qualification in upcoming World Cup cycles.