Goalkeeper Mikhail Trains with IFK Göteborg
David Mikhail, a 26-year-old goalkeeper, is currently training with IFK Göteborg after his recent departure from IFK Värnamo. His goal is to secure a position within the Allsvenskan, especially as the club is facing a shortage of available goalkeepers.
Trial Amid Stacking Injuries
Mikhail arrives at IFK Göteborg during a challenging time; regular starting goalkeeper Pontus Dahlberg is sidelined with an injury and will be unavailable until at least summer. As a result, the club is relying on younger keepers, including 19-year-old Elis Bishesari and 18-year-old Linus Dahlgren, prompting the management to look for experienced options.
Coaching Perspective
Sports director Hannes Stiller emphasized the need for an urgent assessment of Mikhail given the current situation. He stated, "David is without a club and has the opportunity to be tested with us. He will be with us in the near future to get acquainted with the team." Mikhail noted that he connected with IFK Göteborg within 36 hours, facilitating his swift transition to training.
Mikhail: Balancing Careers
Before this trial, Mikhail had a stint with FC Lahti in Finland and has experience with several teams, including Täby FK. Since leaving Värnamo, he has maintained his fitness through individual training while also managing a career in sports law. Mikhail expresses optimism about the opportunity at IFK Göteborg, considering it the most prestigious club he has been associated with to date. He is prepared to compete immediately if a contract is secured, having remained unattached before the transfer window closed.
