Ex-coach reveals: What makes Luka Vuskovic stand out! | OneFootball

Can HSV newcomer Luka Vuskovic play a key role in the Bundesliga at just 18 years old? His former coach is convinced he can!

Great hopes rest on his shoulders: With huge expectations, Luka Vuskovic has transferred from Tottenham Hotspur to Hamburger SV. The young Croatian is expected to use the loan to gain plenty of match experience. At the same time, he is likely to play a crucial role in the fight to stay in the league right from the start.

Because: He impressively demonstrated all his skills during his last stint with Belgian first division club KVC Westerlo. Coach Timmy Simons, himself once a professional at 1. FC Nürnberg, especially praised his former protégé’s attitude in an interview with Mopo: “He is a true professional. Luka was always the first one at the training ground. He knows exactly what he wants and works hard for it. For him, it’s all about learning and getting better – and he did that very well last year.”

Vuskovic played 28 league matches in Belgium, was always in the starting lineup, and was almost indispensable for Simons.

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Vuskovic’s strengths: “Solves a lot with his football intelligence”

The 1.93-meter-tall defender is especially known for his composure on the ball, his good passing game, and his high football IQ. Simons emphasizes: “He solves a lot with his football intelligence and his positional play. Luka sees what can happen on the pitch.” Even offensively, the teenager made an impression: He scored a remarkable seven goals last season, five of them with his head.

Despite all the praise, Simons warns against expecting too much. “You mustn’t forget that he’s only 18 years old. Luka still lacks experience in certain situations. He might sometimes make a decision that isn’t the right one,” warns the 48-year-old.

At the same time, the former coach highlights how mature Vuskovic is for his age and how well he integrates into the team. “Luka learns quickly, and he also has an opinion in the dressing room,” says Simons.

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