Adelaide United is extremely pleased to announce that Feyzo Kasumović, Malual Nichola, and Amlani Tatu have all signed three-year deals with the Club, securing their talents until the end of the 2026/27 campaign.
These promising young players, who have been nurtured through the Football SA NTC Program and later the Adelaide United Youth Teams, have already shown their potential on both national and international stages.
All three participated in the 2024 U15s National Youth Championships for South Australia, with Amlani respectfully picking up the player of the tournament award for his age division.
Their exceptional performances have not gone unnoticed, as all three are also Australia U17s representatives, and also had the invaluable opportunity to train at PSV Eindhoven’s academy, gaining exposure and experience at a prestigious European club.
Adelaide United Head of Football, Marius Zanin, is thrilled to see the boys committed to the Club.
“Feyzo, Malual, and Amlani have all worked extremely hard on and off the field and have shown tremendous potential,” said Zanin.
“We are absolutely thrilled to work with the boys in the coming years to nurture their development and give them every chance to take their careers to the highest level.
“As a Club, we are grateful for the coaches and clubs that have contributed to the boys’ careers so far.
“We would also like to thank the Australian Islamic College of Adelaide and Underdale High School for allowing the trio to flourish and balance their education during their development years.”
United Technical Director, Ernest Faber welcomes the news.
“We are very pleased that all three have signed their contracts with us! During their internship at PSV Eindhoven, when I was still working there, they left a very good impression,” he said.
“They are talented players with a lot of potential who invest significantly in their own development. They are grateful to those who have helped them and have the right attitude.”
I wish them many successful years,” Faber concluded.
Adelaide United is thrilled to have secured the futures of Feyzo, Malual, and Amlani, and the Club looks forward to witnessing their continued growth and contributions to the Club in the coming years.
Quotes attributed to Feyzo Kasumović
“First of all, I would like to thank all of my coaches throughout my football career, as each of them has helped develop me into the player I am today,” said Kasumović.
“I have been working extremely hard on and off the pitch, and the hard work doesn’t stop here.
“This opportunity is a step in my life that I will forever be grateful for, and it means that I must keep working even harder to achieve greater things in the future.”
Quotes attributed to Malual Nichola
“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to play for Adelaide United,” said Nichola.
“This is a proud moment for me and my family, and I am eagerly looking forward to this new chapter with my hometown club.
“I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the coaches and volunteers at Para Hills Knights and the Football South Australia NTC program for their constant support, and guidance throughout my journey.”
Quotes attributed to Amlani Tatu
“This is such a surreal moment for me and my family, and while I have worked incredibly hard to get to this moment, I didn’t think it would happen this early,” said Tatu.
“It’s every kid’s dream in Adelaide to play for their home club, and I am so proud.
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with some incredible coaches who have helped me get to where I am today, including the coaches at Croydon FC, Paul Vanis and Richie Alagich at Football South Australia, and Airton Andrioli at Adelaide United — I am incredibly grateful for their mentorship.”
Feyzo Kasumović’s pathway to Adelaide United:
Croydon FC (Under 6s – Under 7s)
Fulham United FC (Under 8s – Under 10s)
Western Strikers SC (Under 12s – Under 14s)
Football SA NTC Program (Under 13s – Under 18s)
Adelaide United Youth (Reserves/Seniors)
Malual Nichola’s pathway to Adelaide United:
Para Hills Knights SC (Under 10s – Under 12s)
Football SA NTC Program (Under 13s – Under 18s)
Adelaide United Youth (Reserves/Seniors)
Amlani Tatu’s pathway to Adelaide United:
Salisbury East SC (Under 6s – Under 7s)
Croydon FC (U10s – Reserves)
Football SA NTC Program (Under 18s)
Adelaide United Youth (Reserves/Seniors)
