Orlando
Pirates is pleased to announce the appointment of Vladimir Vermezovic as Head
Coach.
VV
signed a three year contract with the
Club and will assume his duties as soon as he gets his work permit.
‘’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” said Vermezovic.
“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,” he added.
Meanwhile,
Club Chairman Dr Irvin Khoza, has welcomed the Serbian born coach, saying:
"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.
The
Chairman also heaped praises and gratitude to assistant coach Eric Tinkler, who
stepped in as caretaker coach following the resignation of former coach Roger de Sa.
