Hajduk on the verge of signing Hadžikadunić, Dinamo monitoring Kotarski's injury
Bosnia and Herzegovina international Dennis Hadžikadunić arrives in Split, while Dinamo anxiously monitors Dominik Kotarski's injury ahead of a crucial European match.
Bosnia and Herzegovina international Dennis Hadžikadunić arrives in Split, while Dinamo anxiously monitors Dominik Kotarski's injury ahead of a crucial European match.
The final days of the transfer window in Croatian football bring two key storylines, one in Split and one in Zagreb. Hajduk is on the verge of signing a Bosnia and Herzegovina international, while Dinamo faces a potential issue in goal due to Dominik Kotarski's injury.
Dennis Hadžikadunić arrives in Split on Monday, August 17, 2026, to finalize his transfer to Hajduk. The Bosnian international will first undergo a medical examination, and if all goes well, a two-year contract is expected to be signed during the evening.
The 28-year-old defender arrives without a transfer fee as his contract with Russian club Rostov has expired, so Hajduk will not have to pay compensation, Index.hr has learned.
Meanwhile, in Copenhagen, the situation regarding Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Kotarski is being closely monitored. He was substituted off in the 54th minute due to an injury, and according to Danish outlet Tipsbladet, it is a problem with his left knee. No official diagnosis has been released yet, so there is no confirmation that it is a serious cruciate ligament injury.
This is an awkward moment for Copenhagen. Diant Ramaj is expected to become the club's new first-choice goalkeeper, which could lead to Kotarski's departure. According to Tipsbladet, Ramaj's arrival is almost certain, so it is logical that the Croatian goalkeeper would be sold.
In recent days, Kotarski has been frequently linked with a return to Dinamo. Danish media previously reported negotiations for a loan with a purchase option, but financial details have not yet been agreed. Before any transfer talks continue, it is crucial to determine the extent of Kotarski's injury.
In the meantime, Dinamo is preparing for their match against Viking at Maksimir, which takes place on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 9 PM. The club has announced that three stands are already sold out, with only one remaining on sale.
Tickets for the North Stand cost €12 for members and €17 for other fans. "What an evening awaits us at Maksimir!" the club said on their official Twitter profile.
In addition to the fight for a place in the Champions League league phase, part of the match revenue will be donated to help victims of the wildfires in the hardest-hit parts of Croatia.
The transfer window in Croatia runs until September 7, meaning SHNL clubs still have plenty of time to complete their transfer business. Hajduk could unveil Hadžikadunić as early as today, while the fate of Kotarski and his potential return to Dinamo will be known once the severity of his injury is determined.
