Last Thursday the Reds issued a statement that they had approved a request from Van Dijk to spend time in Indonesia until the following Monday to address some personal family matters.
Van Dijk's request came just hours after being left on the bench and making a late appearance in United's 2-2 draw with FC Bunyodkor in the AFC Champions League quarter-final first leg clash at Hindmarsh Stadium.
The Dutch forward's decision to depart Adelaide on compassionate leave added to lingering speculation which first gained momentum earlier this year, that the 30-year-old was ready to call time on his five-year association with Australian football.
Speaking on Wednesday, Kosmina said: 'Serge isn't going anywhere ... he only went (to Indonesia) to see his mum and dad, and he was quite happy to do that.'
Adelaide midfielder Dario Vidosic wasn't so reassuring of his team-mate's future.
He said: 'We hope he stays ... I'm not too sure what exactly is going on but I think he's enjoying his time here.
'It's always frustrating as a footballer when you're not in the team but he's working really hard and today he gave it everything.
'We know he is a quality player and that when he is on (the pitch) he is always creating problems.
'It's a very long season, injuries do happen and sometimes you have to switch the shape up ... but he's a very important player and we hope he does stay.'
Sept. 27, 2012.
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