Vidosic to Nurnberg

9nufc9 · Posted: Fri Mar 23, 2007 4:27 am

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QUEENSLAND Roar have agreed to release young striker Dario Vidosic from the second year of his two-year contract so he can pursue his dream of playing in Europe and sign for German Bundesliga side FC Nurnberg.

19-year-old Vidosic, who netted five times for Roar in his debut season, impressed Coach Hans Meyer during his two-week trial and was offered a three-year contract by the German club who already have a number of Australians on their books.

Vidosic jetted back into Queensland yesterday and said he was sad to be leaving Queensland Roar but excited for the future.

“Firstly, I want to thank Queensland Roar for allowing this deal to go ahead and for giving me the opportunity to play in the Hyundai A-League in the first place. Naturally I’m sad to leave, but opportunities like this don’t come along every day,” he said.

“I would not have considered moving unless the club interested in me was a top club, and that’s what FC Nurnberg is. It’s always been my dream to play in Europe and I’m very excited about this chance to test myself against top European players.

“During my trial it was a hectic week for the club in the sense that it was a full-on mid-season training week. I was with the first-team the whole time and I felt like I made the transition to this level of football very comfortably, as well as improving my game in the short time I was there. After just the third session they told me that they were interested in bringing me to the club.

“I played in an eleven versus eleven training games against full international players and that was a great experience. I was told I did well in those games and that was a great confidence boost for me.

“I turn 20 next month and I feel I’m at a good age to go over there. I’m still learning of course and Nurnberg have an excellent record of developing young players. They have experienced coaching staff, a good environment and top-class players. They’re having a good season too and the possibility of them making the UEFA Cup next season is very real.”

Following talks between the two clubs a structured, appearance-based deal was agreed for the youngster who exploded onto the Hyundai A-League scene last season. Roar management would not reveal details of the transfer, but CEO Lawrence Oudendyk said the club was “very satisfied” with the outcome of the negotiations.

Queensland Roar Coach Frank Farina, while disappointed to lose such a promising player, wished Vidosic well for the future.

“Of course it’s a blow to lose an up and coming player like Dario Vidosic, but there is no way we would stand in his way when he has an opportunity like this. Dario leaves with the best wishes of everyone at the club and I’m sure we’ll all be following his progress in Germany,” Farina said.

“His departure creates opportunities for other young players at the club and I’m sure the likes of Chris Grossman, Robbie Kruse and Tahj Minniecon will all be looking to replace him in the team,” he added.

Fantastic opportunity for him. He was always going to head overseas, he seems like one player who could be a big hit in future years. He's chosen a good club as well, Nurnberg have a fair few Aussies so the transition should be made alot easier for him.

Good luck Dario Smile

disillusionist · Posted: Sat Mar 24, 2007 7:10 am

Yeah it's a shame to see him go, but it does seem like they've done their homework and hopefully it'll prove a great move. As you say, having a few Aussies there already should help him a lot.

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