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Jesus Vallejo on Luka Modrić: "He's an example for everyone. Antonio Pintus used to say he couldn't believe it when he saw Luka train and compete, his physical ability and the parameters he offered." "He always arrived first at Valdebebas. He's taken great care of his physique,…

Franjo Ivanović is still undecided about his future. He is not immune to the interest from Benfica, but he also has other options. His main desire is to continue his career in Germany. In the meantime, two English clubs and one Bundesliga club have also shown interest. [SN]
![TheCroatianLad's tweet image. Franjo Ivanović is still undecided about his future. He is not immune to the interest from Benfica, but he also has other options.
His main desire is to continue his career in Germany. In the meantime, two English clubs and one Bundesliga club have also shown interest. [SN]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GwxcEMVWkAEtBsv.jpg)
Negotiations between Damir Mišković and Bill Foley have been ongoing for several weeks. If both parties reach an agreement, the American billionaire could become Rijeka’s new owner by the end of August. [Germanijak]
BREAKING: American billionaire Bill Foley, owner of several clubs, including Bournemouth, is seriously considering buying Rijeka, per SN. His team recently visited Rijeka, and held in-depth meetings with current owner Damir Mišković. While a final decision hasn’t been made,…
Juan Cordoba and Marko Bulat are expected to leave Dinamo Zagreb in the coming days or weeks. Cordoba is likely to be loaned out, while there has been interest from Greek clubs for Marko Bulat. [SN]
![TheCroatianLad's tweet image. Juan Cordoba and Marko Bulat are expected to leave Dinamo Zagreb in the coming days or weeks.
Cordoba is likely to be loaned out, while there has been interest from Greek clubs for Marko Bulat. [SN]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GwxbIXbXYAALjWq.png)
![TheCroatianLad's tweet image. Juan Cordoba and Marko Bulat are expected to leave Dinamo Zagreb in the coming days or weeks.
Cordoba is likely to be loaned out, while there has been interest from Greek clubs for Marko Bulat. [SN]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GwxbJ-iXoAAcBiu.png)
Luka Vušković gets his first start for Tottenham in a friendly against Wycombe Wanderers alongside Cristian Romero.
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After being linked to Hajduk and Rijeka, Oleksandr Petrusenko is on the verge of joining Osijek. Both David Čolina and Petrusenko are expected to undergo medicals today. [SN]
![TheCroatianLad's tweet image. After being linked to Hajduk and Rijeka, Oleksandr Petrusenko is on the verge of joining Osijek.
Both David Čolina and Petrusenko are expected to undergo medicals today. [SN]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GwxaPcAWQAAQbSc.jpg)
Bruno Goda: "Towards the end of last season, there was contact between Dinamo and my manager Ivan Cvjetković. Then we waited for the end of the season and the appointment of a new coach." "Once Dinamo started building the team, contact was re-established, and here I am. The…

Gonzalo Villar explains one of the main reasons he joined Dinamo: "A huge motivation for me was the Europa League, it was an important factor in my decision. I'm also happy to have Raul Torrente in the dressing room, a guy from my region, which makes my adjustment much easier."

Mauro Perković sealed Cracovia's victory over Bruk-Bet Termalica yesterday, scoring just minutes after being substituted in.

Petar Musa scores AGAIN! Five goals in his last three games — 18 G/A in 22 appearances this season.
Vukovar have signed Antonio Đaković from Šibenik as a replacement for Ivan Mandić, who recently joined Casa Pia. No official announcement yet, but Đaković played in a friendly against Đakovo.

Franjo Ivanović is not part of Union Saint-Gilloise’s squad against Royal Antwerp, as he’s getting closer to joining Benfica. The clubs are currently negotiating a deal worth over €25M, including bonuses, per @sachatavolieri.

HNS have reinstated Toni Dadić on the list of referees for the upcoming season. He hasn't refereed since he was sanctioned last season due to inappropriate private messages published by the BBB in December of last year, after which he was removed from all refereeing lists.

NK Varaždin President Dražen Vitez: "Our annual budget is around €5M. Our players’ monthly salaries range between €4K and €7K, depending on their salary bracket. So, our highest-paid players can earn around €84K to €85K per year at most. Of course, if we achieve good…

Hajduk are still negotiating with Ante Rebić and hope to finalise a deal by Sunday so he can play against Istra. If no deal is reached, Hajduk will explore different options. [SN]
Hajduk are prepared to offer Ante Rebić a contract worth €400k per year, plus bonuses for winning trophies and/or qualifying for the group stage of European competitions. The final decision now rests with Rebić. [24sata]
Mounsef Bakrar is still working on finalising his visa, and he is expected to join Dinamo Zagreb at the beginning of next week. Miha Zajc's move, however, is uncertain. Dinamo won’t pay Fenerbahçe a fee, so it depends on whether he can terminate his contract. [Germanijak]
![TheCroatianLad's tweet image. Mounsef Bakrar is still working on finalising his visa, and he is expected to join Dinamo Zagreb at the beginning of next week.
Miha Zajc's move, however, is uncertain. Dinamo won’t pay Fenerbahçe a fee, so it depends on whether he can terminate his contract. [Germanijak]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GwtkF6vWoAAWDMf.png)
![TheCroatianLad's tweet image. Mounsef Bakrar is still working on finalising his visa, and he is expected to join Dinamo Zagreb at the beginning of next week.
Miha Zajc's move, however, is uncertain. Dinamo won’t pay Fenerbahçe a fee, so it depends on whether he can terminate his contract. [Germanijak]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GwtkHKhWEAAoV-N.png)
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has been impressed with Luka Vušković, but several Bundesliga clubs are interested in taking him on loan, if he’s made available. A decision on his future is expected in the coming weeks. [@MailSport]
![TheCroatianLad's tweet image. Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has been impressed with Luka Vušković, but several Bundesliga clubs are interested in taking him on loan, if he’s made available.
A decision on his future is expected in the coming weeks. [@MailSport]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GwtRtlRXUAAtsgA.jpg)
Germanijak reports Duje Slatina will join Inter Milan despite signing a new contract with Hajduk. He signed a new contract as part of a gentleman's agreement, allowing Hajduk to receive a compensation fee.
Despite reports of Duje Slatina joining Inter Milan, the player has signed a new contract with Hajduk, valid until 2027.
Martin Erlić remains an option for the centre-back position, but the deal won’t be easy. Talks are ongoing over a potential loan or permanent move. Erlić is reportedly willing to take a pay cut to join Hajduk. Maximilian Bauer, not an option. [24sata]
Hajduk would like to bring Martin Erlić to the club, but the situation is not very favorable. They could bring him on loan, but it depends on whether they can reach an agreement with Bologna, 24sata reports. As mentioned earlier, Cremonese are also actively working to reach an…
Hajduk are exploring alternative options in case the deal for Ante Rebić falls through. According to 24sata, Marco Richter is one of the players on their shortlist.
Hajduk are prepared to offer Ante Rebić a contract worth €400k per year, plus bonuses for winning trophies and/or qualifying for the group stage of European competitions. The final decision now rests with Rebić. [24sata]