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WAC top shooter Zukic arouses Russian interest after historic Cup victory!
Wolfsberger AC celebrates the first cup victory in its history and arouses interest in Russia with top scorer Zukic.
WAC top shooter Zukic arouses Russian interest after historic Cup victory!
Wolfsberger AC can look back on a remarkable 2024/25 season, which was crowned with a historic victory in the UNIQA ÖFB Cup. This success represents the first major title in the club's history and was won in the final against TSV Hartberg, which was decided 1-0. Angelo Gattermayer scored the decisive goal in the 77th minute, shortly after coming on as a substitute. Coach Dietmar Kühbauer also celebrated his first title in his career as a coach, while both teams had never been in a final before. After 28 rounds, Wolfsberg is in third place in the league, just three points behind league leaders Austria Vienna, which opens up chances of the first double victory for a Carinthian team.
Dejan Zukic, the WAC's top scorer with ten goals and nine assists, has attracted the attention of international clubs. One Russian club in particular is showing interest in the talented attacker. Zukic almost had a move to CSKA Moscow last year, but it fell through at the last minute. In addition to Zukic, Ervin Omic, a former Juventus youth player, could also leave the WAC. He has been linked with FK Partizan Belgrade as well as Real Oviedo, with Real Oviedo playing against CD Mirandes in the promotion playoff on Sunday.
Transfers and financial outlook
With regard to Wolfsberger AC's transfers in the current season, it can be stated that the club was able to benefit financially from the moves. With income of 3.85 million euros and expenses of 1.40 million euros, the WAC has a positive total balance of 2.45 million euros. This allows the club to further pursue its sporting ambitions and potentially sign additional players to strengthen the team. Discussions are currently underway with Rene Renner, a player with extensive Bundesliga experience who previously played at LASK under coach Didi Kühbauer and is currently active at Buriram United in Thailand.
Wolfsberger AC's successful season and the potential moves of key players such as Zukic and Omic show that the club is on the right track to remain relevant in both the Austrian league and at international level. Zukic's outstanding performance and interest from abroad could lead the WAC into a new era, while the ongoing search for talent like Rene Renner could further strengthen the squad.