Mitchell Baker becomes Indonesian citizen, enters national team plan
Next, the 19-year-old striker is projected to add attacking options for John Herdman's squad at the ASEAN Hyundai Cup 2026.
Next, the 19-year-old striker is projected to add attacking options for John Herdman's squad at the ASEAN Hyundai Cup 2026.
The Hambalang meeting also covered player naturalization, the 2027 international calendar and steps to improve domestic competition.
Mitchell Baker and Luke Vickery can be sworn in only after approval is finalized, possibly as early as next week.
The September-October tournament is on FIFA's official calendar, affecting rankings and forcing clubs to release national-team players.
The Palace said talks also covered long-term goals, including preparations for the 2030 World Cup and FIFA Series.
The citizenship process will move forward under nationality rules, with both players expected to bolster Indonesia's national football team.
The citizenship proposals will next go to a DPR plenary session before the official WNI process can proceed.
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