Teknowarta – In a development that has sent ripples through Indonesian football, French star Layvin Kurzawa has officially parted ways with Persib Bandung, the club affectionately known as ‘The Blue Prince’.
Kurzawa himself broke the news on his personal Instagram account on Tuesday evening, June 2nd. The former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) standout confirmed his departure after his contract, which was set to expire on May 31, 2026, was not renewed by the club.
In an emotional post on Tuesday, June 2nd, Kurzawa expressed his gratitude: “Thank you Persib. Of course, I wanted to continue this journey, but in football, sometimes there are decisions beyond our control.”
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He further added, emphasizing his respect for the club’s decision: “I respect the club’s decision and leave with full gratitude for all the moments we’ve shared together.”
His tenure with Persib Bandung proved remarkably short, spanning just five months. The French left-back joined ‘The Blue Prince’ during the mid-season transfer window of the 2025/2026 Super League, officially arriving on January 25, 2026.
Despite the brevity of his stay, Kurzawa expressed immense pride in having worn the iconic Persib Bandung jersey. He highlighted being part of a squad that made history, helping ‘The Blue Prince’ secure an unprecedented ‘hat-trick’ of championship titles, winning the Indonesian League for three consecutive seasons.
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He reiterated his sentiment: “I am proud to have worn this jersey, experienced all the emotions with you, and become a part of the Persib family, even if only for a short time.”
Furthermore, Kurzawa extended his heartfelt thanks to every part of the Persib Bandung club, especially the fervent fanbase known as ‘Bobotoh.’ He expressed a hopeful wish to someday reunite with ‘The Blue Prince’ in the future.
His parting message resonated deeply: “Thank you for your support, love, and the incredible energy you’ve given. I hope our paths will meet again someday. LOVE YOU BOBOTOH.”
Kurzawa’s initial arrival at Persib Bandung had, understandably, garnered immense attention and excitement. His impressive pedigree as a seasoned star, having graced the fields for European giants like Paris Saint-Germain, AS Monaco, and Fulham, coupled with his past appearances for the French National Team, set high expectations for his impact.
However, despite the initial euphoria, Kurzawa’s on-field performance ultimately fell short of the lofty expectations. His tenure was unfortunately plagued by persistent physical issues, leading the 33-year-old defender to spend significant time in medical treatment and rehabilitation rather than showcasing his talents on the pitch.
Over his five-month spell donning the Persib Bandung colors, Kurzawa managed only a modest nine appearances across all competitions this season, contributing a single assist. These included seven outings in the 2025/2026 Super League and two in the 2025/2026 AFC Champions League Two (ACL).
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His challenging season with Persib Bandung was ultimately cut short when he sustained an injury against fierce rivals Persija Jakarta during Week 32 of the 2025/2026 Super League. This unfortunate setback forced him to miss the final two matches of the season against PSM Makassar and Persijap Jepara, marking an anticlimactic end to his brief spell.
Summary
Layvin Kurzawa has officially parted ways with Persib Bandung, announcing his departure on June 2nd after his contract was not renewed. Despite his short five-month tenure, the French star expressed immense pride in wearing the club’s jersey and being part of their historic “hat-trick” championship titles. He conveyed gratitude to the club and its passionate fanbase, Bobotoh, hoping for a future reunion.
Kurzawa’s arrival at Persib garnered high expectations given his pedigree with European giants, but his performance was unfortunately hampered by persistent physical issues. He managed only nine appearances across all competitions, contributing a single assist. His challenging season was cut short by an injury sustained in May, leading him to miss the final two matches of his brief spell.