The official presentation of Kuzmanovic to the media took place at Palmeral de las Sorpresas (Muelle 2, Málaga port), at the Alborania-Aula del Mar Museum. MCF’s sports director, Francesc Arnau, defines the Balkans player, born in Switzerland as: “A mature player, with great enthusiasm to learn. He can occupy two positions on the pitch, which will give us great variety. Defensively, he’s aggressive, accompanied by good technical skills in the creation of play.”
Press conference | Kuzmanovic
(Opportunity) “I hope to learn Spanish quickly. I’m delighted to be part of this great Club, and can’t wait to start pre-season training. It’s a wonderful opportunity for me to play in the Spanish League. Málaga is a great Club, and when I heard the name, I didn’t think too much and decided quickly.”
(Characteristics) “I’m an aggressive midfielder, but also capable of passing and moving upfront. These are my characteristics in midfield. I’m solely focused on Málaga and having a great season. The Club has amazing qualities, the sky’s the limit.”
(Adapting) “I’ve played in Italy, Germany…at the end of the day football is football anywhere you go, and I believe I can adapt to the Spanish League. I know a bit about the city, it’s a lovely place. I now have time to learn all I can about the team and get up to date.”
Name: Zdravko Kuzmanovic
Position and dominant foot: Midfielder, right foot
Date and place of birth: 22/09/1987 (28 years old) – Thun, Switzerland)
Nationality: Serbian (EU Passport)
Height and weight: 1’86 m. and 79 kg.
International: Serbia (50 times, 6 goals) and Switzerland under-21s (4 times)
Contract: On loan from FC Basel until the end of the 2016/17 season
