Date: May 8th 2010
Author: Not Specified
From: Four Four Two Australia

FORMER Socceroo Josip Skoko has confirmed he is heading back to Australia when the season with current club Hajduk Split ends, with Melbourne Heart the likely location.

It seems that Melbourne Heart is the most likely location for the midfielder, but if he plans to play or just assume a coaching role with the new franchise is yet to become clear.

In translated quotes from the Split official site, the 34-year old has stated: "I'm definitely going. There were informal discussions, but Hajduk know that me and my family have decided [to return to Australia].

Of joining the Heart, Skoko commented that he may assume a role as a youth coach at first and then "see if I'll go any further".

Skoko also reflected favourably on the standard of play in Croatia and the time he has spent at the club, first in the late 90s, and during the last two years.

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