Alasan Media Jepang Sarankan Moriyasu Latih Klub

Estimated Monthly Salary of 60,000 Dollars Compared Against Regional Coaching Shifts

Malaysia is searching for a permanent head coach after Peter Cklamovski resigned in June 2026, with Hajime Moriyasu appearing on the target list compiled by the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM). Effendi Jagan Abdullah, a FIFA-accredited football agent and managing director of Action Football Asia, estimated that employing a high-profile coach with a strong reputation in Asia requires a minimum baseline of 30,000 dollars per month, rising to approximately 60,000 dollars—or roughly 1.075 billion rupiah—monthly for top-tier candidates like Moriyasu. That figure stands alongside Indonesia’s earlier appointment of John Herdman, a move that has intensified tactical competition across Southeast Asia as regional federations pursue international managerial experience.

Contract Expiration Dates and Unofficial Approaches Driving the Speculation

Hajime Moriyasu has managed the Japan national team since August 2018, leading the Samurai Biru through the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and the 2026 World Cup in North America, with his current contract scheduled to run until the end of February 2027. While media reports linked the coach to the Harimau Malaya vacancy, FAM president Datuk Ab Ghani Hassan clarified on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, that no formal negotiations or concrete steps have been initiated. “Belum ada langkah konkret dari pihak FAM. Kami akan membahas persoalan ini secara mendalam,” Ghani stated, adding that the executive committee must review candidate options thoroughly before reaching any final decisions.

Japanese Media Evaluate Club Management Ambitions

Japanese media outlet Nikkan Gendai evaluated the speculation by reporting that Moriyasu is better suited to managing a club than taking charge of a Southeast Asian national team, noting that club management allows a coach to run daily training sessions and monitor player development directly rather than handling a squad that gathers briefly for matches. Nikkan Gendai reported that Moriyasu harbors a career ambition to become the first Japanese manager to lead a European club following the conclusion of his national team duties after the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, the Malaysia national team finished in third place at the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup without suffering a defeat or conceding a goal under interim coach Tan Cheng Hoe, leaving the federation to weigh its permanent managerial appointment ahead of upcoming qualification cycles.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Malaysia Coaching Rumors

Who is currently coaching the Malaysia national team?

Tan Cheng Hoe serves as the interim coach for Harimau Malaya following the resignation of Peter Cklamovski in June 2026.

When does Hajime Moriyasu’s contract with Japan expire?

Moriyasu’s contract with the Japan Football Association extends until the end of February 2027, with his tenure concluding around the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.

Has the Football Association of Malaysia made an official offer to Moriyasu?

No formal offer or concrete step has been made, as FAM president Datuk Ab Ghani Hassan stated on October 13, 2026, that the organization has yet to engage in direct talks or finalize a decision.