Championship Cardiff have been impressed with young Malaysian striker Safee Sali who has been in South Wales for 10 days. He now returns to Malaysia to prepare for an international match against Australia, a side who recently beat Wales at CCS.
"Safee joined us for a ten day trial, during which time he showed a great attitude and work ethic while soaking in the environment and the way we train here at Cardiff City," said Bluebirds boss Malky Mackay.
"Obviously it was a big change and a different style and level of football, though he adapted and integrated well with the squad. We also appreciate that it's difficult to get a full picture during a short ten day period, especially with the number of games and match preparation we had during that time.
"With a mind to the need for Safee to play competitive games with the Malaysian national team and in Indonesia with Pelita Jaya, we have asked Safee to return to Cardiff City for a two week period in the future which will be beneficial to all concerned. For now though we say our goodbyes and would like to put on record that we consider Safee to be a credit to his team and his country."
The player himself added: "After playing with the reserves and even the first team at training, I have found the game here to be very much quicker. You do not get so much time with the ball. It is a whole new and different level.
"The training has gone well and all my team-mates gave me a really warm welcome. Although it has been just two weeks, I have learned since I have been here. God willing, I may return to play here in the near future."
