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Sky News AU
5 days ago
- Sport
- Sky News AU
Socceroos: Ajdin Hrustic chasing a FIFA World Cup berth
Ajdin Hrustic is confident his return to Dutch football can help him revive his Socceroos career in time for next year's FIFA World Cup. Hrustic has rejoined Eredivisie club Heracles Almelo on a one-year deal after a tough season in Italy with Salernitana that ended with the Salerno-based outfit being relegated to the third division after losing a playoff against Sampdoria. 'I had a difficult year with lots of ups and downs … but that's done and dusted,' Hrustic said. 'I've left it behind, and I'm looking forward to a fresh start here.' The 'downs' included being dropped from the Socceroos squad, with his most recent appearance for the national team coming in a 2-2 away draw with Bahrain in November last year. 'I have a vision in my head what I want to do for the team and with the team, but also for myself personally, and I'm going to take it week by week, and we'll see where we end up in round 34,' the 29-year-old playmaker said. 'I want to be in top shape for the World Cup with Australia in a year.' Hrustic believes he will get the necessary 'love' to thrive at Heracles, where he had a short loan spell during the 2023-24 season following a nightmare stint in Italy with Hellas Verona. 'I have great memories here, and the club did something for me that I am very grateful for,' the Dandenong product said. 'In one of my most difficult periods they were there for me, and I wanted to pay it back. 'It's like a family. The coach (Dutchman Bas Sibum) here is what I need, and is what you need as a footballer. 'You get confidence, you get the love you need as a footballer, and it's just a warm place for me. 'It's very nice to be back. I cannot wait to get started.' Heracles' new Eredivisie campaign starts next Monday (AEST) against FC Utrecht. Originally published as Ajdin Hrustic pleased to be back in the Netherlands with Heracles Almelo
The Advertiser
29-07-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
World Cup-chasing Socceroo Hrustic seals club move
Playmaker Ajdin Hrustic has returned to Dutch club Heracles Almelo as he attempts to force his way back into the Socceroos side ahead of the World Cup. Hrustic, one of Australia's most gifted attacking midfielders, has joined the Eredivisie club on a one-year deal after previously playing there on loan in 2024. Between club moves that haven't worked out and bad injuries, Hrustic's national team minutes have been limited in recent years. The 29-year-old, who most recently played at Italian club Salernitana, has not featured for the national team since last October. "Heracles Almelo was fantastic last year after I went through a very difficult period at Hellas Verona due to an injury," Hrustic said in an interview on Heracles' website. "I've never forgotten what the people in Almelo did for me. After talking with manager Bas Sibum, I was even more enthusiastic about returning. He wants to play energetic football, and that suits me. "My first priority is to be happy here again and also play many high-level matches. That's good for Heracles Almelo and good for me. "I want to be in top shape for the World Cup with Australia in a year." In his previous stint with the Dutch club, Hrustic made 14 appearances and scored one goal. Hrustic follows dynamic left-back Jordy Bos who last week signed with Dutch powerhouse Feyenoord until 2029. Playmaker Ajdin Hrustic has returned to Dutch club Heracles Almelo as he attempts to force his way back into the Socceroos side ahead of the World Cup. Hrustic, one of Australia's most gifted attacking midfielders, has joined the Eredivisie club on a one-year deal after previously playing there on loan in 2024. Between club moves that haven't worked out and bad injuries, Hrustic's national team minutes have been limited in recent years. The 29-year-old, who most recently played at Italian club Salernitana, has not featured for the national team since last October. "Heracles Almelo was fantastic last year after I went through a very difficult period at Hellas Verona due to an injury," Hrustic said in an interview on Heracles' website. "I've never forgotten what the people in Almelo did for me. After talking with manager Bas Sibum, I was even more enthusiastic about returning. He wants to play energetic football, and that suits me. "My first priority is to be happy here again and also play many high-level matches. That's good for Heracles Almelo and good for me. "I want to be in top shape for the World Cup with Australia in a year." In his previous stint with the Dutch club, Hrustic made 14 appearances and scored one goal. Hrustic follows dynamic left-back Jordy Bos who last week signed with Dutch powerhouse Feyenoord until 2029. Playmaker Ajdin Hrustic has returned to Dutch club Heracles Almelo as he attempts to force his way back into the Socceroos side ahead of the World Cup. Hrustic, one of Australia's most gifted attacking midfielders, has joined the Eredivisie club on a one-year deal after previously playing there on loan in 2024. Between club moves that haven't worked out and bad injuries, Hrustic's national team minutes have been limited in recent years. The 29-year-old, who most recently played at Italian club Salernitana, has not featured for the national team since last October. "Heracles Almelo was fantastic last year after I went through a very difficult period at Hellas Verona due to an injury," Hrustic said in an interview on Heracles' website. "I've never forgotten what the people in Almelo did for me. After talking with manager Bas Sibum, I was even more enthusiastic about returning. He wants to play energetic football, and that suits me. "My first priority is to be happy here again and also play many high-level matches. That's good for Heracles Almelo and good for me. "I want to be in top shape for the World Cup with Australia in a year." In his previous stint with the Dutch club, Hrustic made 14 appearances and scored one goal. Hrustic follows dynamic left-back Jordy Bos who last week signed with Dutch powerhouse Feyenoord until 2029.
Perth Now
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
World Cup-chasing Socceroo Hrustic seals club move
Playmaker Ajdin Hrustic has returned to Dutch club Heracles Almelo as he attempts to force his way back into the Socceroos side ahead of the World Cup. Hrustic, one of Australia's most gifted attacking midfielders, has joined the Eredivisie club on a one-year deal after previously playing there on loan in 2024. Between club moves that haven't worked out and bad injuries, Hrustic's national team minutes have been limited in recent years. The 29-year-old, who most recently played at Italian club Salernitana, has not featured for the national team since last October. "Heracles Almelo was fantastic last year after I went through a very difficult period at Hellas Verona due to an injury," Hrustic said in an interview on Heracles' website. "I've never forgotten what the people in Almelo did for me. After talking with manager Bas Sibum, I was even more enthusiastic about returning. He wants to play energetic football, and that suits me. "My first priority is to be happy here again and also play many high-level matches. That's good for Heracles Almelo and good for me. "I want to be in top shape for the World Cup with Australia in a year." In his previous stint with the Dutch club, Hrustic made 14 appearances and scored one goal. Hrustic follows dynamic left-back Jordy Bos who last week signed with Dutch powerhouse Feyenoord until 2029.
