Leon Grgic: Moving to Carinthia or Croatia? The tension is rising!

Leon Grgic: Moving to Carinthia or Croatia? The tension is rising!

A huge blow for Austrian football: Leon Grgic, the talented 19-year-old player from SK Sturm Graz, may be on the verge of a move that could affect not only his club, but also the Austrian national team. How Laola1 Reportedly, Grgic is seriously considering playing for the Croatian national team in the future. The young striker, who currently features frequently in the club's second team, is being courted by various Croatian clubs, including HNK Rijeka and Hadjuk Split.

The Croatian Football Association (HNS) courted Grgic intensively and seems to have convinced him how kicker.de describes. Grgic, born in Bruck an der Mur and the son of a Bosnian father, has already played for all Austrian U-national teams, but could soon play for the “Vatreni”. This would not only be a bitter loss for the ÖFB, but also further evidence of the trend that many Austrian talents are considering moving to the Croatian association.

Changing ideas and negotiations

The discussions about a change of nation result from intensive discussions with his family and the Croatian association. Initiatives from the HNS are increasing the pressure on Grgic, who is currently in a crucial phase of his career. If he actually decides to play Croatian football, he wouldn't be the only one to take this step. Other Austrian talents such as Franjo Ivanovic also recently decided against the ÖFB and in favor of Croatia. The pressure on the ÖFB to retain young talent is increasing.