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Hand-picked by Popovic to fly the Antipodean flag at the club owned by Sydney-based tycoon Bill Papas, the long-term prospects of former A-League stars Josh Brillante, Paul Izzo, Matt Jurman and Callan Elliott suddenly appear less clear.
Particularly at risk, in the light of their father’s dismissal after just nine games, are the contracts of sons Kristian and Gabriel, whom he brought with him from Perth Glory back in October.
Not to mention 12 other arrivals from across Europe in a truly multi-national squad.
Xanthi’s imports were “shocked” yesterday when told of Popovic’s sacking, with one of his Greek assistants to take charge for the weekend visit to Panachaiki.
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But the last laugh may well rest with Izzo and Co if, as expected, Super League 2 Xanthi bounce straight back to the top division under Tony Popovic’s guidance and once again rub shoulders with the glitterati of Olympiakos, Panathinaikos, Aris, AEK Athens and PAOK.
Sitting fifth, five points off early pacesetters Ionikos but with a game in hand, Xanthi are making the right moves, even if Izzo concedes heading there in the first place might be construed a quirky career choice.
“I was up for the challenge of moving overseas,” said the former Olyroo whose 94th-minute penalty save at the weekend ensured a 1-0 win over Trikala.