TEHRAN – Iran international setter Javad Karimi joined Brazilian volleyball club Itambe Minas.

The 36-year-old player, who represented Iran at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, has joined the Brazilian side from Arcada Galati of Romania.

“I am very happy to have this opportunity to play for Itambe Minas. It's a big club, who has a fantastic structure and is an iconic team in Brazil and the world. Furthermore, Brazilian volleyball is a school that I admire a lot, so I'm sure it will be a fantastic experience. I will do my best to achieve our goals”, said Karimi.

Karimi is among Iran national volleyball team in the 2024 Volleyball Nations League (VNL).