Teknowarta – Indonesia National Team coach John Herdman is actively assembling his preferred coaching and official staff. In a significant move, he has successfully recruited Dzikry Lazuardi, formerly the head analyst for Persija Jakarta, to join the ranks of the Garuda squad’s support team.
News of Dzikry’s departure surfaced following his emotional farewell to the Persija Jakarta team, which occurred after their triumphant 2-0 victory over Persita Tangerang. He delivered heartfelt parting messages in the Indomilk Arena changing room on Friday, January 30, post-match.
“Honestly, I never anticipated leaving Persija in the middle of the season. My desire was to complete this season with Persija, working together, winning together, and simply remaining together,” Dzikry Lazuardi was quoted saying from Persija Jakarta’s YouTube channel on Monday, February 2.
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“However, farewells are a part of football, and I have been presented with the opportunity to serve as an analyst for the Indonesia National Team,” he added, acknowledging the bittersweet nature of his move.
Dzikry’s tenure with Persija Jakarta began in June 2024, during the era of head coach Carlos Pena. His pivotal role continued under Mauricio Souza for the 2025/2026 Super League season, where he became an integral part of the team’s strategic development.
The former Persipura Jayapura analyst openly expressed the difficulty of leaving Persija, a club deeply cherished by its passionate fanbase, The Jakmania. Despite his departure, Dzikry pledged his continued support, promising to follow and assist the team from afar until the season’s conclusion.
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“I will continue to support Persija from a distance and will always wish for Persija to win every week,” Dzikry affirmed. “I also apologize if I made any mistakes; I truly feel like I have a family here.”
Furthermore, Dzikry extended his heartfelt prayers for Persija to clinch the 2025/2026 Super League championship, aligning with the club’s ambitious targets for the current season. His wishes underscored his deep connection and loyalty to his former team.
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Beyond team success, Dzikry also voiced his aspiration to reunite with Persija Jakarta’s Indonesian players within the national team setup in the future. This sentiment highlights his vision for a stronger national squad bolstered by local talent.
“And to my friends, the Indonesian passport-holding players, I hope we can meet again in the National Team camps,” Dzikry stated, reflecting his enduring camaraderie. “And I hope Persija succeeds and achieves its targets this season.”
Dzikry’s arrival significantly strengthens the Indonesia National Team’s coaching staff under John Herdman. Previously, the English coach had only brought in Cesar Meylan as a physical coach. Dzikry now stands as the first local coaching staff member to join Herdman’s new team, with anticipation building for potentially more Indonesian football talents to be integrated into the squad’s support structure.
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Summary
Indonesia National Team coach John Herdman has successfully recruited Dzikry Lazuardi, formerly the head analyst for Persija Jakarta, to join his coaching staff. Dzikry’s departure from Persija followed their 2-0 victory over Persita Tangerang, where he delivered an emotional farewell. He expressed surprise at leaving mid-season but embraced the opportunity to serve as an analyst for the national team.
Dzikry, who began his tenure with Persija in June 2024, acknowledged the difficulty of leaving the cherished club and pledged his continued support from afar. He also hopes to reunite with Persija’s Indonesian players within the national team setup in the future. Dzikry’s addition significantly strengthens Herdman’s staff, making him the first local coaching member to join the team alongside physical coach Cesar Meylan.