Index.hr has published an analysis of the transfer window for HNK Hajduk Split and Dinamo Zagreb, focusing on their preparations for the European group stages. Although the window in Croatia closes on September 7, both clubs have already completed key business for their UEFA competition squad lists.
The teams have already submitted their player lists to UEFA for the Europa League and Conference League group stages, meaning any new arrival in the next three days cannot play in Europe until the next registration window. Hajduk currently sits fourth in the HNL with 10 points from five games, with three wins, one draw, and one loss. They have scored 11 goals, conceded five, and trail leaders Osijek by two points.
How did the clubs behave financially?
Dinamo conducted a major squad reconstruction, investing around 2.05 million euros in fixed fees for new players. The most expensive arrival was striker Smail Prevljak from Istra 1961 for 800,000 euros, who signed a two-year contract with an extension option. For Slovenian striker Aleks Stojaković from Lokomotiva Zagreb they paid 750,000 euros, but a medical issue detected during his check-up will cause him to miss more time. The only loan deal involving a fee was the arrival of goalkeeper Dominik Kotarski from Copenhagen on a one-year loan for 300,000 euros, with an option to buy for around three million euros.
On the other hand, Dinamo earned approximately eight million euros from three sales. Gabriel Vidović went to Paderborn for around three million, Monsef Bakrar to Egyptian Al Ahly for three million with potential bonuses up to 500,000 euros, and Marko Soldo to Czech side Sigma Olomouc for around two million euros. Moreno Živković moved to Rijeka without a fee, but Dinamo retained a 25% right to a fee from his next transfer.
Which players arrived on free transfers?
Dinamo bolstered its squad with several experienced players who arrived as free agents after their contracts expired. Mislav Oršić returned after his contract with Cypriot Pafos ended, and Luka Ivanušec after mutually terminating his deal with Feyenoord, signing a three-year contract with an option for one more year. Stjepan Radeljić came from Rijeka, and Kiril Kravcov from Russian side Sochi, where he will serve as an alternative to Josip Mišić in central midfield.
The club also brought in young talents for the future. Noah Nsokija (19) arrived from PSG without a fixed fee, but the French club retained 50% of his future transfer rights. Dani Rodríguez came from Barcelona on similar terms, with the Spanish club retaining a right of first refusal. Former Hajduk player Iker Almena joined Dinamo on a one-year loan from Saudi side Al-Qadsiah without a loan fee, with Dinamo bearing part of his salary and holding an option to buy for around 1.5 million euros.
What is the context for Hajduk?
Although the Index.hr analysis focused on Dinamo's detailed financial data, it is clear that Hajduk Split also underwent significant changes to its squad. Both clubs have already secured European competition, Dinamo in the Europa League and Hajduk in the Conference League, and are now preparing for demanding group stages. Hajduk's team, currently in fourth place in the standings, has a chance to close the two-point gap to leaders Osijek as the season progresses.
The next step for the Whites is an away fixture against Rudes on September 6, a match you can find on our fixtures page. Rudes are currently eighth in the table, giving Hajduk an opportunity for important points before continuing their European challenges. The current state of the squad can be followed in more detail via our squad page.
