Vrankovic pens two-year deal with Melbourne Heart
The 18-year-old who was also recently involved in the Young Socceroos squad during the AFC Under-22 Championship Qualifiers in Indonesia has been one of the standout players of the 2012 NSW Premier League season was rewarded for his efforts with a professional contract with the Heart.
Melbourne Heart coach John Aloisi will look towards Vrankovic replacing former defenders Brendan Hamill who signed with K-League side Seongnam Ihwa and Curtis Good who is bound for the English Premier League with Newcastle United.
Vrankovic, a former Westfield Sports High, NSWIS, Newcastle Jets and Sydney FC youth player is renowned for his composure on the ball and his tackling skills as well as building from the back received the Bonnyrigg White Eagles well wishes during the club?s round 16 NSW Premier League clash against Rockdale City Suns.
White Eagles Football Manager George Mandic was delighted with Vrankovic?s move to the Heart.
?The entire Bonnyrigg White Eagles board, coaching staff, players and supporters has wished David all the best with his Hyundai A-League career at the Melbourne Heart.
?We are very proud and honoured to see one of our rising players continue his development as a full-time footballer.?
The White Eagles presented Vrankovic with his playing strip signed by the entire squad commenced training with the Melbourne Heart this week.
-By Mark Stavroulakis
