Western Sydney Wanderers FC have tonight confirmed that forward Nicolas Milanovic has signed a one-year extension with the club that will see him in the Red & Black until the end of the 2025/26 Isuzu UTE A-League season.
Milanovic returned to his hometown club in February 2023 after a stint in the A-Leagues with Western United and quickly became a formable part of the Red & Black squad.
A Wanderers Academy graduate, Milanovic shone brightly in the club’s 2023/24 A-Leagues campaign becoming a prolific goal scorer and winning the club’s Golden Boot as well as Members Player of the Year and Rod Allen Media Player of the Year Awards.
His performances earned him selection in the A-Leagues All Stars squad with the 21-year-old scoring against English Premier League heavyweights Newcastle United.
The forward has already had a positive start to the 2024/25 season, scoring two goals in the Wanderers Australia Cup campaign.
Milanovic said he was grateful for every opportunity he has to represent the club.
“I was ten years old when I started supporting the club. I remember the colours and the noise. I worshipped players like Shinji Ono and Mark Bridge, and I always wanted that to be me,” said Milanovic.
“The West is where I was born. The stands are where I was raised. And this club, this area, will always be my home.
“I’m excited for the next two seasons to continue to represent my hometown club and work under head coach Alen Stajcic. I’m grateful for the opportunity every day to represent the people of Western Sydney and I will give everything I’ve got to ensure that we have success.”
Head coach Alen Stajcic spoke highly of Milanovic.
“Milo (Milanovic) really had a breakout season last year and showed he can become one of the best players in the country.
“It’s exciting to see how much further he can grow as an individual this season and the impact this will have on our Club.
“He is another example of a young Western Sydney product that shows the talent we have on our doorstep and the passion that exists for our club.”
