Adrian Segečić
Croatian association football player (born 2004)
Adrian Segečić (Croatian: [ǎdrian sɛɡětʃitɕ] AH-dree-ahn SEH-geh-chich; born 1 June 2004) is a professional soccer player who plays as an attacking midfielder for EFL Championship club Portsmouth. Born in Australia, he plays for the Croatia under-21 national team.
Early life
Born in Westmead and raised in Lidcombe, Adrian Segečić developed a passion for football from a young age, idolising Argentine footballer Lionel Messi who he bases his playing style from. Segečić received his education at Trinity Catholic College, a prominent educational institution located in New South Wales (NSW). His father played a significant role when Adrian played football, watching every game he played and providing help and feedback after each game to aid his development. Segečić is of Croatian descent, through his grandparents who originated from the country.
He trialed for multiple clubs in Europe with the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City, Leeds United, Chelsea, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Ajax, Dinamo Zagreb and Rangers. During his trial with Rangers, a leaked photo showed him walking onto the pitch at Ibrox Stadium while being announced on the big screen. Many fans speculated that he was a new signing, even though the club did not make an official announcement.
Club career
Sydney FC
After winning the MVP award at a football camp, Segečić made a strong impression on Sydney FC, who subsequently invited him to join the academy squad.
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