Miami FC Adds Experienced Striker Dario Cvitanich

Miami FC announced Monday that internationally recognized striker Dario Cvitanich has signed with the club for the 2016 NASL season.

The Argentine-Croatian forward left a legacy in Argentina’s Primera División and has made various appearances in a number of leagues and international cups including the Eredvisie, Ligue 1, and the CONCACAF Champions League.

“Dario is a welcome addition to our team,” Miami FC head coach Alessandro Nesta said. “His experience in the CONCACAF, Argentine, and Dutch leagues make him an exceptional forward for Miami FC. I’m looking forward to working with him as well as our other great players to have this team come together on the field.”

In 2005, the striker made his professional debut at age 19 with Club Atlético Banfield after being with the youth division for two years prior. During his time with the Argentine team, he contributed a total of 34 goals and made notable appearances including in the 2007 Copa Libertadores.

Cvitanich, 31, closed out his time with the club with an unforgettable performance by scoring 13 times during the Argentine Clausura Tournament in 2008. That same year, he was also named the top scorer of the Primera División – scoring a total of 19 goals in 30 appearances.

After finishing an accomplished season with Banfield in 2008, Cvitanich joined Ajax, and was labeled the successor to accomplished Netherland national team member Klaas-Jan Huntelaar. He went on to play over 1,500 minutes and netted 13 goals during his time with the Dutch team.

In 2010, Cvitanich headed to Mexico and joined Pachuca on a year's loan where he played a pivotal role in helping the club win the CONCACAF Champions League title. That same year, he returned to Ajax, helping the club win their 30th Dutch league title. In total, Cvitanich made 18 appearances and 10 goals during that season.

Cvitanich now joins up with Miami FC to start the next chapter in his career. 

“What’s exciting about this team is that it’s a blank slate,” Cvitanich said. “There is so much opportunity for growth and development and that’s why I believed Miami FC wouldd be a good a fit for me. Working together with Nesta and my teammates to bring this team to life is something I’m ready to invest myself in.”