In a touching message, Nikola Koutsakos’s father expressed his pride and joy at this new step in his son’s career.The 22-year-old, who came up through the APOEL youth system, is now spreading his wings as he continues his career in Norway with Start, facing the challenge of the country’s top division.
He looked back on the Cypriot forward’s journey, starting from the age of seven, making special mention of the difficulties, the loan stints, and the disappointments he had to overcome before landing this particular opportunity.
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In detail: “My dear Nikola,
Ever since you were just seven years old, with a ball at your feet and a big dream in your heart, you knew what you wanted and where you wanted to go.
You grew up on the APOEL fields, worked hard, and never stopped believing in your goal. You faced difficulties, loan spells, and disappointments, but you tackled them all with courage, patience, and determination. Every obstacle made you stronger and more determined.
Today, now that the contract has been signed and you’re spreading your wings to play in Norway’s top division, I feel immense joy and emotion. I’m not just proud of the soccer player you’ve become, but above all, of the person you are.
A big congratulations, my son! You deserved this opportunity and earned it on your own, through your hard work, perseverance, and character.
Go to Europe with humility, faith in God, and confidence in your abilities. Always keep your feet firmly on the ground, but your eyes on the horizon. Keep dreaming, keep striving, and keep pursuing the best, just as you’ve done since you were a little boy.
This isn’t the peak; it’s the beginning of a new and beautiful journey. I wish with all my heart that you stay healthy, strong, and achieve everything you hold dear in your heart.
I am a very proud and blessed father.
Have a great start, my boy. Spread your wings and fly high!
I love you, and I’ll always be by your side.
Your father.”
