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The Advertiser
19-06-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Sky Blues ace seals English Championship move
A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day." A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day." A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day."
Perth Now
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Sky Blues ace seals English Championship move
A-League Men star Adrian Segecic is off to Europe after snaring a move to English Championship side Portsmouth. Sydney FC were keen to retain the services of the highly-rated forward, but the lure of a three-year contract proved too strong. The 21-year-old will reunite with former Sky Blues teammate Hayden Matthews at the English club, as well as fellow ALM talents Jacob Farrell (Central Coast Mariners) and Thomas Waddingham (Brisbane Roar). "Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website. "We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey." Segecic leaves as the reigning Golden Boot winner, scoring 13 goals in 24 matches this season. His move gifts Sydney FC a substantial six-figure fee in compensation for the Young Socceroos midfielder. Segecic said the move came at the right time after nine years at the club. "I'm honestly devastated to be leaving Sydney FC – this club has been my home for almost a decade," Segecic said in a club statement. "But I know I have to test myself and find out how far I can take my career. "I'm so excited for what's ahead of me in England, but I'll always be grateful to Sydney FC for the incredible opportunities they've given me." Segecic lit up the ALM after a loan spell at Dutch club FC Dordrecht last season. He has scored 24 goals in 65 Sky Blues appearances across all competitions. Sydney coach Ufuk Talay could only praise Segecic, keeping his fingers crossed on a potential return in the future. "His hunger to improve and his desire to perform every week really stood out - he absolutely deserves this opportunity," Talay said. "While we would have loved to keep him ... he's determined to test himself in one of the toughest leagues in world football, and we're proud that our pathway has enabled him to do that. "He's a homegrown boy done good, and we'd love to see him back in Sky Blue one day."
Sky News AU
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
A-League: Adrian Segecic secures top Sydney FC award
Europe-bound Adrian Segecic has farewelled Sydney FC in style, winning the Sky Blues' player-of-the-season award. Segecic, who has been linked with Austrian club Rapid Vienna, was also awarded the members' best player and Golden Boot gongs at Wednesday night's Sky Blue Ball. 'It's a huge honour to be recognised like this,' said the 21-year-old attacking weapon, who scored 18 goals in all competitions for Sydney in the club's 2024-25 campaign, 'This club means so much to me. I've been here since I was 12-years old and I've worked really hard this season with the support of my teammates and the staff. 'I'm grateful to the members and fans who've been behind us every step of the way.' Sydney FC's Adrian Segecic celebrates scoring a goal for the Sky Blues. Picture: Saeed Khan/ AFP Segecic's superb individual season had already secured him joint A-League Golden Boot honours with Adelaide United marksman Archie Goodwin. Sydney's women's player-of-the-season award was won by captain Natalie Tobin, who made a successful comeback from a serious knee injury. 'It's always special to be recognised and even more special to have won this award for the second time,' Tobin said. 'We are building again and I'm looking forward to coming back bigger and better next season.' Mackenzie Hawkesby won the club's women's Golden Boot award for her six goals. Originally published as Departing star Adrian Segecic claims Sydney FC player-of-the-year honours
