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The moving farewell of Danny Vukovic: the guard leaves Genk and returns to Australia to his family (video)

The Australian goalkeeper will have spent four seasons in the jersey of Genk.

Danny Vukovic said goodbye to Racing Genk, the Limburg club announced on Saturday morning. The 35-year-old Australian goalkeeper returns to his country to be with his pregnant wife.

Danny Vukovic arrived in Genk in 2017 to take over from his compatriot Mat Ryan among the Limburgers. Champion with Racing in 2019, the Australian defended Genk’s nets in 122 official matches, including 24 this season. However, he lost his starting status last month, John van den Brom preferring Maarten Vandevoordt.

“It’s not an easy decision to make, but it’s the best for my family,” said Vukovic, moved to tears in a video message. “I’m sorry to leave the club before the end of the season. (…) I will miss Genk, especially his supporters. I’m no longer a Genk player, but I remain a Genkie for the rest of my life. “

“His performances and his friendly personality made him a favorite with the public,” said RC Genk in a press release. “He’s an exemplary professional who wants to win every game. His iron will was also seen in the way he returned after his severe Achilles tendon injury. Danny came back stronger than ever and became the team captain. We will never forget him and hope to be able to welcome him one day in a full Luminus Arena. Until then, we wish him a safe return home and a happy reunion with his family ”.

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