The former Central Coast Mariners man struck early for the Sharks in their New South Wales Premier League clash with Sydney United but it wasn't enough to secure the points.

United, coached by former Sydney FC striker David Zdrilic  roared back to win Sunday's clash 3-1.

Nikas enjoyed his stint with the Sharks before his switch to the Mariners, saying the club enjoyed a 'family' culture.

As for the future, he told au.fourfourtwo.com recently: "There's been a couple of clubs express interest and I'll leave my agent Buddy Farah to deal with that.

"I've done as much as I can do. If I can get a deal in Australia, great.  If not, maybe look overseas.

"Given the chance hopefully I can show what I've got. If you're low key, work hard, do your best slowly, slowly, step by step, things will work out.

"I don't want to say too much, I don't like to pump myself up. I'm not getting too ahead of myself. Maybe Greece, it's where I'm from.

"Or somewhere else. As long as the lifestyle is decent but the main thing is you want to improve in a professional environment."