During his three years at Kerala Blasters, head coach Ivan Vukomanovic had been an inspirational determine and nearly as common as a number of the membership’s largest stars.
But on Friday, KBFC introduced that it has parted methods with Vukomanovic underneath whom the membership had certified for the Indian Super League playoffs for 3 consecutive years and had completed runner-up in his first yr in Kochi.
The membership’s contract with the coach was formally supposed to finish in 2025.
“This has been a difficult decision for us. I have had a trusting, open and friendly relationship with Ivan from day one. While the change is difficult, we feel it is the right time to make the next step,” KBFC Director Nikhil B. Nimmagadda stated on Friday.
“I am very grateful to Ivan for what he has done for KBFC, the stability he brought and the wonderful foundation he has set for the club’s future. He is and will always remain a dear friend and an integral member of our Blasters family. I wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
After guiding KBFC to the runner-up spot within the 2021-2022 season when it misplaced to Hyderabad FC within the tie-breaker last, Vukomanovic and his crew staged a walkout in protest in a playoff match in opposition to Bengaluru FC the following season. The Blasters and the coach had been fined closely for that controversial incident.
While thanking the Serbian gaffer for his efforts, the membership stated the seek for a brand new head coach would start instantly.