Former Hearts Of Oak, Kosta Papic has been confirmed as the new technical manager for South African PSL side, Black Leopards.

According to Kick Off South Africa, Leopards who operate with the nickname ‘Lidoda Duvha’ have been without a head coach since Dylan Kerr parted ways during his second spell with the club late last year.

To fill the vacuum the club made Lehlohonolo Seema joined the act as interim Head Coach.

Leopards have now roped in the Serbian mentor to steer the ship towards Premiership safety in what can be described as a technical director role.

Papic left Hearts of Oak in controversial circumstances on Tuesday this week citing “partly personal” reasons for his resignation.

This will be return to South Africa for Papic who has worked with Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs.

He coach will be in charge of all the technical matters at the club for the senior team and juniors.

As outlined in the Hearts of Oak press conference. Kosta Papic left the clubs because of the following reasons:

- Lack of trust from players

- Lack of cooperation from players

- Players failing to respect his instructions

Hours later he has a job at Black Leopards.

From Sammy Heywood Okine