Sportske Novosti has reported on the possibility of Marko Pjaca returning to Rijeka. Pjaca is contemplating a return to the club, having established contact with them, and is showing a preference for Rijeka despite receiving offers from other teams. His return would allow him to be in a familiar setting and near Zlatko Dalić, with aspirations of participating in the 2026 World Cup. Pjaca is well-regarded for his previous tenure at Rijeka, where he made 31 appearances, scored seven goals, and contributed five assists. Both Mišković and Raić-Sudar hold him in high regard. Although other teams like Osijek and Sarajevo have expressed interest, the discussions with Rijeka seem to be the most promising. At 30 years old, Pjaca is considering this move as part of his strategy to secure a place in what could be his final international tournament, the 2026 World Cup.