Josip Iličić has signed a one-year contract with Koper. He expressed his excitement about returning to a familiar environment where he began his club career. Iličić conveyed his hope for enjoyable games and good results with Koper. The club confirmed this transfer, emphasizing Iličić's return to Slovenia after building his career in Italy with clubs like Palermo, Fiorentina, and Atalanta. Koper, who last celebrated a Slovenian championship title in 2010 and finished third in the national league last season, is eager to welcome back the legendary Slovenian international. Iličić, now 37, was previously on the verge of retiring from football due to depression but has since made a comeback, spending the last three years with Maribor, where he scored three goals and recorded four assists in 28 matches last season. His return to Koper marks a significant moment in his career, as he looks forward to contributing to the team's success.