No conversations with ex-coach
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Andrej Ilic has finally arrived at the Köpenickers after a complicated start at Union Berlin. The 25 -year -old center forward in the summer of 2024 switched to the Bundesliga club with a purchase option from Losc Lille, but needed a long attempt and a change of coach to come on track. In a media round, Ilic spoke about his time of suffering after his arrival.
“It was very difficult and maybe the hardest phase of my career. If you don’t play and don’t know why, it’s hard for the head,” said the Serb, according to the “kicker”. “I tried to stay normal. But I was just angry because the coach never spoke to me.” This means Bo Svensson, who had to go after 16 games in December and was replaced by Steffen Baumgart.
Without this Rochade, Ilic would have been “90 percent”, said the attacker. Who is now happy to have proven patience. “The people in the club told me beforehand that they believe in me. Now I’m glad I stayed. This is football.” In ten games over 564 minutes there are three goals for him. Ilic was part of Union’s start formation six times. According to reports, the iron can firmly hire the offensive man for around 6 million euros. A sum that the club put on the table five times in its club history for a new addition. “It’s not just me. I am currently happy. I like the atmosphere and the fans. We will see it,” commented Ilic.
The right foot in Latvia at RFS had its most successful station, where he posted 42 goals and 17 templates in 87 games. With his achievements, he made a significant contribution to becoming a master and one cup winner twice. “The Bundesliga is a goal for many young players from Serbia. That I have now made it-via detours-makes me proud. I am looking forward to the stadium and the atmosphere and would like to repay the trust in me with good performance,” said Ilic, whose market value is estimated at 2.5 million euros, as part of his Union transfers last summer.