“The last one who played in the Donbas arena.” Shakhtar coach – about leaving the legendary player team

Pushich stressed that Stepanenko’s departure is a great loss for the miner. At the same time, the trainer is pleased that after many years in the Donetsk team got a chance to try his hand abroad, reports Tribuna.com.

“I already spoke in the locker room, we had a farewell speech for Taras. What an incredible professional he is, what a prominent athlete, what a striking achievement is for 14 years in the club. The last who played in the Donbas Arena.

But all the good once comes the end. Some of me are very upset because we lose not only a great professional but also a wonderful person. On the other hand, I am glad for him, because he wanted to finish his career abroad, start a new adventure – and he really deserved it.

What can be said about a legend? His numbers speak for themselves. Of course, it was not easy for him, because when your career is coming to an end, you continue to fight, but in the end you make a decision to go. I think this is the right solution on his part. I repeat again – he deserved it.

Only respect for this person – 14 years in the club, he was always ready to help both coaching staff and young players. Of course, we will miss him, but I am glad that he took this step, because he really wanted and deserved it, “Pushich said.

Earlier it was reported that 35-year-old Stepanenko will sign a contract with Eupspor, which goes the fourth in the Turkish Championship table.