Defender Nikola Petkovic has been named Sydney FC Player of the Year after an impressive maiden season at the A-League club.

Petkovic, who joined the Sky Blues last September, played every minute of every match this campaign.

His impressive displays in the back line were enough to earn him a contract extension for the next two seasons.

The 28-year-old Serbian recruit said he was looking forward to bigger and better things at the club.

"I'm honoured to have been chosen for this award," he said.