Flooring Guide by Cinvex – A significant shift in ownership has taken place at PSIS Semarang. Junianto, widely known as Anto Van Java, has officially agreed to divest his remaining 15 percent stake in the club, transferring it to the family of Datu Nova, the current majority shareholder of the team known as Mahesa Jenar.
The announcement was confirmed via an Instagram post by Fariz Juli Narmaurisal, the husband of Datu Nova. According to Fariz, the acquisition deal was finalized just ahead of the club’s final match of the season.
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“Bismillah, this new spirit brings extra motivation before our final match of the season in Sleman tomorrow. Bapak Anto Van Java has handed over his 15 percent stake in PSIS Semarang to be acquired by me and my family, so that we may continue to care for and look after this club,” Fariz wrote in his post. He also extended his gratitude to Anto Van Java and his family for the trust placed in them to carry the legacy of the Semarang-based club forward.
This move marks a strategic pivot for Anto Van Java, who is shifting his focus toward developing Kendal Tornado FC. The Liga 2 club, which is now competing in the same regional orbit as PSIS Semarang, has become his primary project after he moved the team’s home base to his hometown in the Kendal Regency, Central Java.
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Anto Van Java’s history with PSIS Semarang dates back to when he held a 30 percent stake. However, his ownership share was diluted to 15 percent following internal conflicts regarding club management during the era of the previous majority shareholders, linked to the family of Yoyok Sukawi. These disagreements over the club’s direction ultimately led to the reduction of his holdings.
With this final divestment, the chapter between Anto Van Java and PSIS Semarang as a club owner has officially closed. While his formal ties to the club have ended, his contributions over the past few years remain a documented part of the Mahesa Jenar history.
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For the family of Datu Nova, this acquisition solidifies their absolute authority over the club’s future. Supporters are hopeful that this consolidation of management will provide the financial stability and leadership needed to ensure PSIS Semarang becomes a more formidable contender in the coming seasons.
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As for the football landscape in Central Java, observers are now keenly watching to see how Anto Van Java will steer Kendal Tornado FC, as the club shows potential to become a rising force in the Pantura region.
Summary
Junianto, widely known as Anto Van Java, has officially divested his remaining 15 percent stake in PSIS Semarang to the family of majority shareholder Datu Nova. This transition, confirmed by Datu Nova’s husband, Fariz Juli Narmaurisal, marks the conclusion of Anto Van Java’s ownership tenure with the club. The deal was finalized shortly before the team’s final match of the season.
Following this divestment, Anto Van Java is shifting his focus toward developing his primary project, Kendal Tornado FC, in the Central Java region. Meanwhile, the acquisition allows the family of Datu Nova to consolidate their authority over PSIS Semarang. Supporters remain optimistic that this change will lead to greater leadership stability and improved performance for the club in future seasons.