Aleksandar Kolarov Steps Down as Serbia's U21 Coach to Join Inter Milan
The former Serbian international has accepted a position as first assistant coach at the prestigious Serie A club.
The Football Association of Serbia (FSS) announced today that Aleksandar Kolarov is no longer the head coach of the U21 national team after accepting an offer to become the first assistant coach at Inter Milan.
Kolarov, who took over the young national team in November last year, will serve under new head coach Cristian Kivu.
Branko Radujko, the FSS General Secretary, expressed appreciation for Kolarov’s brief but impactful tenure.
Radujko noted that Kolarov demonstrated high levels of professionalism and commitment while working with the young squad.
He highlighted that Kolarov's transition to one of Europe’s leading clubs is a testament to his rising coaching prowess, beneficial not only for Kolarov but also for Serbian football, as it reflects the country's coaches in prestigious European leagues.
Kolarov remarked on the unexpected nature of the offer from Inter Milan, stating, “Accepting this sudden but significant opportunity to become the first assistant coach at one of Europe’s most famous clubs was not an easy decision.
I started my coaching career with great dedication and pride with the Serbian U21 team.” He expressed gratitude towards the FSS and particularly towards Radujko for offering him the chance to embark on his coaching journey.
The announcement has initiated a search for a new head coach for the U21 national team, with the FSS indicating that details regarding Kolarov’s successor will be revealed shortly.
Looking ahead, the U21 European Championship in 2027 is scheduled to take place in Serbia and Albania.
Kolarov, who took over the young national team in November last year, will serve under new head coach Cristian Kivu.
Branko Radujko, the FSS General Secretary, expressed appreciation for Kolarov’s brief but impactful tenure.
Radujko noted that Kolarov demonstrated high levels of professionalism and commitment while working with the young squad.
He highlighted that Kolarov's transition to one of Europe’s leading clubs is a testament to his rising coaching prowess, beneficial not only for Kolarov but also for Serbian football, as it reflects the country's coaches in prestigious European leagues.
Kolarov remarked on the unexpected nature of the offer from Inter Milan, stating, “Accepting this sudden but significant opportunity to become the first assistant coach at one of Europe’s most famous clubs was not an easy decision.
I started my coaching career with great dedication and pride with the Serbian U21 team.” He expressed gratitude towards the FSS and particularly towards Radujko for offering him the chance to embark on his coaching journey.
The announcement has initiated a search for a new head coach for the U21 national team, with the FSS indicating that details regarding Kolarov’s successor will be revealed shortly.
Looking ahead, the U21 European Championship in 2027 is scheduled to take place in Serbia and Albania.
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