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Vladimir Vermezovic (VV) appointed Orlando Pirates new coach!
14 Feb 2014 at 06:19hrs | Views
Orlando Pirates have this morning announced that their new coach is Vladimir Vermezovic.
Since Roger de Sa resigned from the job, Eric Tinkler has been holding the fort, but Soccer Laduma can confirm that the former Kaizer Chiefs mentor, 'VV', has been given the job.
Commenting on the club's website he said, "I have unfinished business in South Africa. Orlando Pirates, a giant in African football, is offering me an opportunity to fulfill a dream of a lifetime. I am grateful for the opportunity. I have had to study Orlando Pirates very closely from the other side. I am therefore not coming into an unknown environment. It should help because I know the supporters expect me to hit the deck running."added Vladimir Vermezovic.
Orlando Pirates Chairman, Dr. Irvin Khoza, had this to say: "VV is not new to the South African condition. His hunger and discipline is impressive. In football, we are in the business of creating memories, history and leaving behind legacies that inspire generations to come. Coaches have become as much a part of this phenomenon as players. I wish VV a memorable and noteworthy career at Orlando Pirates Football Club," added Dr Khoza.
VV has signed a three-year contract with the club, and is expected to start as soon as he gets his work permit.
Since Roger de Sa resigned from the job, Eric Tinkler has been holding the fort, but Soccer Laduma can confirm that the former Kaizer Chiefs mentor, 'VV', has been given the job.
Commenting on the club's website he said, "I have unfinished business in South Africa. Orlando Pirates, a giant in African football, is offering me an opportunity to fulfill a dream of a lifetime. I am grateful for the opportunity. I have had to study Orlando Pirates very closely from the other side. I am therefore not coming into an unknown environment. It should help because I know the supporters expect me to hit the deck running."added Vladimir Vermezovic.
Orlando Pirates Chairman, Dr. Irvin Khoza, had this to say: "VV is not new to the South African condition. His hunger and discipline is impressive. In football, we are in the business of creating memories, history and leaving behind legacies that inspire generations to come. Coaches have become as much a part of this phenomenon as players. I wish VV a memorable and noteworthy career at Orlando Pirates Football Club," added Dr Khoza.
VV has signed a three-year contract with the club, and is expected to start as soon as he gets his work permit.
Source - soccerladuma
