Niko Jankovic leaving Rijeka?
Niko Janković, who previously played for Dinamo and is currently with Rijeka, is under observation by the Bosnia and Herzegovina Football Association for potential inclusion in their national team. Emir Spahić and Saša Papac, representatives from the association, attended the Dinamo versus Rijeka match to evaluate his performance. According to Sportsport.ba, Janković is nearing a decision to switch his sporting nationality to represent Bosnia and Herzegovina. Despite having been part of the Croatia U-21 team, his lack of appearances in official matches for the Croatian senior team makes him eligible for the switch. It has been reported that Sergej Barbarez, the coach of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team, traveled to Rijeka to hold discussions with Janković. The association is hopeful that Janković will accept their offer.
Niko Janković is being targeted by the new coach of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team, Sergej Barbarez, who visited Rijeka to express his strong interest in having Janković join the national team. Janković is considering the move as he hasn't been listed in the senior national team by Zlatko Dalić despite being watched several times.
Darko Raić-Sudar, the sports director of Rijeka, mentioned that there were offers for Janković. However, further sales would have been too detrimental to the team, so the transfer window for departures is closed for now.
Niko Janković is among potential players who could leave in the summer transfer window. Dinamo waived 50% of the transfer fee from his sale as part of the Galešić deal.
Offers were made for Niko Janković, but they were stopped by Damir Mišković, the president of Rijeka, to maintain the team's strength.
Sportske Novosti reported that there was significant interest in Niko Janković during the winter transfer market. As a key player for Rijeka, Janković attracted considerable attention. Although he still has a year and a half remaining on his contract, Rijeka has already initiated negotiations for a new contract, recognizing his value to the team. A serious offer has been made, but it was unofficially reported that this offer was flatly rejected. Janković expressed his pride in being a player for Rijeka and mentioned that any potential deal needs to satisfy all three parties involved.
Niko Janković, a key player for Rijeka, has garnered considerable attention during the winter transfer window. Although he has a year and a half remaining on his current contract, Rijeka has initiated discussions for a new contract, acknowledging his value to the team. It was reported that an official offer for Janković had been made, but the club declined it without issue. Janković reportedly conveyed his pride in being part of Rijeka and underscored the necessity for all parties to be content with any prospective transfer decision.
Sportske Novosti reports on the growing interest in Janković from foreign clubs. Janković is on the radar of foreign clubs with inquiries and even concrete offers. Rijeka will only consider selling him if the right offer comes along.
Rijeka might decide to sell Janković if the right offer comes in, as the club is not inclined to go into debt to compete for the championship.
If Niko Janković continues his performance, Lille or a similar club might make an enhanced offer this winter.
Niko Janković is mentioned as a player who might become interesting for Dinamo again in the summer.
Niko Janković's value has increased from 750,000 euros to 3 million euros.
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