Marin Šotiček in Rijeka's sights as Hajduk miss out Marin Šotiček (21), an offensive midfielder for Croatia's U-21 team, could join Rijeka. Šotiček began his career at Lokomotiva and was signed by Basel for €3 million in 2024. Hajduk showed interest, but Basel moved first. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 2nd in HNL, 68 pts, 20W-8D-8L from 36 games, recent form WDLWD. ## Šotiček's career and club interest Last season, Šotiček made 38 appearances for Basel, scoring once and assisting three times. Overall, he has 70 appearances, seven goals, and seven assists for Basel. His father claimed Dinamo offered him a monthly salary of €10,000, which he saw as "undervaluing and humiliating". ## Rijeka pursue loan deal Polish outlet Meczyki.pl reports Šotiček could sign for Widzew Łódź, but Sportske novosti suggest Rijeka is a possibility. The Kvarner club must reach an agreement with Basel, likely a loan with an option to buy. ## One of Croatia's biggest talents Šotiček made his first-team debut for Lokomotiva at 17 in the SuperSport HNL against Šibenik. He has 20 caps and three goals for Croatia's U-21 team. Transfermarkt values him at €1.5 million.