Germanijak reports on the transfer of Art Smakaj to LASK Linz. Lokomotiva announced that they have sold Art Smakaj to LASK in Linz, where he will once again be teammates with Lukas Kačavenda, with whom he shared a locker room at Kranjčevićeva. Art Smakaj joined Lokomotiva in 2016 and became one of the key players. During his time at Lokomotiva, he made over 80 official appearances, scored 3 goals, and provided numerous assists. He is recognized as a reliable and determined player. Lokomotiva expressed pride in his development and success, wishing him luck in his new environment.

LASK is set to sign Art Smakaj to strengthen their defensive midfield. The 22-year-old has played for the Kosovo national team and last played for Croatian first division club NK Lokomotiva. His contract with the Croatian club runs until 2027, and LASK will have to pay a transfer fee of approximately 700,000 EUR. Smakaj made his professional debut in 2022 with NK Lokomotiva, and the transfer is expected to be finalized shortly, as reported by Sky.