Werder Bremen was one of the German clubs that showed interest in acquiring Dejan Ljubičić. However, despite this interest, he opted to join Dinamo Zagreb. Ljubičić rejected more lucrative offers from several German clubs, such as Union Berlin and his then-current club, Köln, which was keen on keeping him. His decision was influenced by a significant conversation with Zvonimir Boban, who reportedly shared a compelling vision for Dinamo Zagreb that aligned with Ljubičić's long-standing affinity for the club. Despite the financial incentives from Germany, Ljubičić's choice was guided by personal passion and the opportunity to contribute to Dinamo's future success.