Fran Karacic is the new HNK Hajduk Split player Fran Karacic, a 29-year-old Australian defender, has signed for HNK Hajduk Split on a four-year deal. The red-and-whites have secured an experienced player who made 36 appearances for Lokomotiva Zagreb last season, scoring four goals and providing four assists. Hajduk finished second in the HNL last season (68 points, 20 wins, 8 draws, 8 losses) and will start the new season as title favorites. ## What does this mean for Hajduk? Karacic is an experienced player who will strengthen Hajduk's defense. Last season, he was one of the best players in the HNL, and at Hajduk, he will have the chance to prove himself in even bigger competitions. ## What's next for Hajduk? Hajduk will play against NK Varaždin (3rd in the HNL) in the next week, which will be their first test of the new season. Karacic is likely to be in the starting lineup.