Czech Novak replaces Serbian Kosanovic on the island

Al Jazira Football Company announced the signing of the Czech player Philip Novak on a free transfer, to become the fifth foreign player in the ranks of "Pride of Abu Dhabi".

The company stated on its account on the social networking site "Twitter": "We are pleased to announce the signing of Czech defender Philip Novak on a free transfer deal."

Novak will be replaced by Serbian defender Milos Kosanovic, who fractured his left foot and will be absent for several months from the team.

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