PFC “Aral” has marked an important milestone in the club’s history — for the first time, the team has added a foreign footballer to its roster. Turkmenistan national team player Vepa Jumaev has officially signed a contract with the club.

According to the club’s management, Jumaev’s arrival opens new opportunities to strengthen the team’s performance. Last season, he played for the Belarusian club “Vitebsk,” where he drew attention with his consistent play and valuable experience.
Throughout his career, Vepa Jumaev has played for several clubs:
- “Kopetdag” (Turkmenistan)
- “Dnepr” (Belarus)
- “Lokomotiv” (Belarus)
- “Energetik‑BSU” (Belarus)
- “Slavia‑Mozyr” (Belarus)
- “Vitebsk” (Belarus)
Since 2023, Jumaev has been a member of the Turkmenistan national team. He has 8 official matches and 1 goal to his name.
PFC “Aral” is confident that the new transfer will strengthen the squad and help achieve better results in the upcoming season. Local fans are also eagerly awaiting Jumaev’s debut.