In a move that has sent ripples across the European football landscape, the powers that be at Athletic Club have finally found their man. GoalZaza can...
In a move that has sent ripples across the European football landscape, the powers that be at Athletic Club have finally found their man. GoalZaza can exclusively confirm that former Borussia Dortmund tactician Edin Terzic has agreed to take the reins at the San Mamés, putting pen to paper on a two year contract that will see him steer the Lions of Bilbao through the upcoming campaigns. The decision, which came after weeks of intense behind the scenes negotiations, represents a significant coup for the La Liga outfit who have long admired the German's tactical acumen and his ability to develop young talent. Terzic, who guided Dortmund to within a whisker of the Bundesliga title and orchestrated a memorable Champions League final run, will now bring his formidable brand of high pressing football to the heart of the Basque Country. The former Dortmund gaffer is expected to arrive in Spain later this week to officially assume his duties, with the club's hierarchy confident that he is the right man to restore the team to the upper echelons of Spanish football. In the scheme of things, this appointment is a clear signal that Athletic Club are no longer content with merely giving a good account of themselves; they are aiming for the lion's share of success. At the end of the day, Terzic's arrival will inject a fresh dose of discipline and attacking verve into a side that has often flattered to deceive. For the fans back home in Nigeria, this development carries extra weight as it places the club's Nigerian contingent, including the likes of the Super Eagles talents who ply their trade in La Liga, under a new tactical microscope. Viewing centers from Surulere to Wuse will be buzzing with analysis and debate. Once word of Terzic's appointment filtered through, the atmosphere at popular spots like the Football Viewing Hub in Ikeja became electric. Patrons, some still clad in their green and white kits from the weekend's round of matches, were quick to draw parallels between Terzic's high intensity style and the relentless energy that Nigerian footballers are known for. One could hear animated discussions about how the new boss might deploy his wingers, with many pointing out that a manager of Terzic's pedigree will surely maximize the output of any African stars at his disposal. The consensus among the regulars was that Athletic Club have made a very wise investment, and they are already counting down the days until the new season kicks off.
