Stade Tunisien has strengthened its squad by signing experienced goalkeeper Atef Dkhili on a two-year contract. The 34-year-old, who had been contemplating his future after his contract expired on June 30, ultimately decided to extend his stay with the Tunisian club, putting an end to speculation about his departure.
Despite a strong start to their season, including a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Jamus FC Juba in the first leg of the CAF Cup preliminary round, Stade Tunisien has continued to bolster its ranks.
The acquisition of Dkhili is the latest move in their transfer strategy, as they look to build a team capable of competing on multiple fronts this season.
Dkhili’s decision to remain at Bardo comes after a period of uncertainty.
Many had expected the seasoned goalkeeper to seek new challenges elsewhere, but the club’s commitment to him, coupled with the promise of continued competition for the number one spot, convinced him to stay.
“The club has always been home to me,” Dkhili said. “I’m ready to give my best for the team and continue this journey with Stade Tunisien.”
The veteran goalkeeper now faces a competitive battle for the starting position with Sami Hlel, who has firmly established himself as the first-choice keeper.
Hlel, just a year older than Dkhili, has been a reliable presence between the posts for Stade Tunisien, making the competition for the number one jersey even more intense.
Stade Tunisien’s management sees the signing of Dkhili as a key part of their strategy to maintain depth and experience in their squad.
His wealth of experience is expected to provide stability at the back, especially as the team navigates both domestic and continental competitions.
The club’s leadership believes that having two seasoned goalkeepers vying for the top spot will only benefit the team, pushing both players to perform at their highest levels.
As Stade Tunisien continues to prepare for the challenges ahead, the addition of Dkhili reflects their ambition and desire to compete at the highest levels of Tunisian and African football.
With the CAF Cup campaign already underway, the club hopes that this reinforcement will help them achieve their goals and secure success both at home and abroad.
The signing of Atef Dkhili marks a significant moment for Stade Tunisien as they look to build on their early-season momentum.
With a mix of experience and competition in key positions, the club is setting itself up for what could be a promising season.
