Veteran defender Khairul seeks greener pastures with Melaka


Lebanon's Hassan Ali Saad (red) try to fight the ball with Malaysia's Khairul Helmi Johari during the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 at Larkin Stadium in Johorv Baru o n June 13. Pic by ABDUL RAHMAN EMBONG/The Star.

PETALING JAYA: It’s only natural for veteran centreback Khairul Helmi Johari to “go green” after being released by Kedah. No, this has nothing to do with vegetarian diets.

The 32-year-old Khairul has become synonymus with the green and yellow jersey of the Red Eagles after serving them for 15 years. And he gets to stick with that familiar colour after signing for Melaka, another side with an environmentally-friendly jersey.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Football

Soccer-Gabon government lifts measures on Aubameyang and national team after AFCON exit
Soccer-Liverpool make hard work of 4-1 win over Barnsley after Szoboszlai mistake
Soccer-Swindon captain was banned for 'highly violating' fouls, FA reveals
Soccer-Macclesfield draw Brentford after FA Cup heroics, Rosenior's Chelsea get Hull
Soccer-Alonso leaves Real Madrid by mutual agreement after seven months
Soccer-African coaches to the fore at Cup of Nations
Return of defenders Syahmi and Feroz delights JDT
Fie-sta for Panthers
Selvan shines in new role in defence with Negri
Soccer-Chelsea have the resources to win, says Rosenior ahead of Arsenal clash

Others Also Read