TEHRANTIMES - Former Sepahan and FSV Frankfurt defender Ehsan Haji Safi has been linked with a move to Iranian side Esteghlal, according to reports in local media.

The 26-year old defender, who joined FSV Frankfurt from Sepahan last summer, left the German side following their relegation to Germany’s third division league.

Haji Safi is eager to continue his career in Europe but if he couldn’t find a descent team he will return to Iran Professional League to join Esteghlal.

Haji Safi has scored two goals in 27 appearances for FSV in last season’s 2. Bundesliga. His superb long-range goal against Freiburg nominated as one of the best goals of the month.

Haji Safi has represented Iran at the 2011 AFC Asian Cup, 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2015 AFC Asian Cup, in addition to Sepahan at the 2007 FIFA Club World Cup.

He has scored six goals in 77 caps for Iran.