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Ivan Perisic’s return to Hajduk Split was supposed to be a homecoming filled with hope, passion, and the prospect of achieving a lifelong dream. However, what began as a heartwarming story of a local hero returning to his roots has quickly turned into a tense and unexpected saga. After just eight appearances for the club, […]
Ivan Perisic’s return to Hajduk Split was supposed to be a homecoming filled with hope, passion, and the prospect of achieving a lifelong dream. However, what began as a heartwarming story of a local hero returning to his roots has quickly turned into a tense and unexpected saga.
After just eight appearances for the club, the Croatian international is set to leave Hajduk Split. He only just signed with the club in January 2024. The sudden development has shocked fans and sparked rumors of a potential move to Barcelona.
The veteran’s decision to return to Hajduk Split in January was seen as a sentimental and strategic move. He has a career that took him to top clubs across Europe, including Borussia Dortmund, Inter, Bayern, and Tottenham. Nonetheless, the 35-year-old winger returned to the club where it all began for him. Perisic first joined Hajduk as an 11-year-old in 2000. He rose through the youth ranks before embarking on an illustrious career abroad.
However, his return to Stadion Poljud did not go as planned. Having joined the club while recovering from an anterior cruciate ligament injury, the 35-year-old did not make his first appearance until April 2024. Despite high hopes, he was only able to feature in eight matches for Hajduk before announcing his intention to leave. The winger was notably absent from the squad for the club’s recent league clash against NK Lokomotiva.
Club confirms exit amid tense situation
Hajduk’s coach, Gennaro Gattuso, confirmed the news that Perisic had informed him of his desire to leave the club nearly three weeks ago. “Ivan came to my office and informed me of his desire to…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-08-14 18:46:12
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