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Zlatko Dalić is reportedly set to become Qatar’s national team coach, despite being under contract with Croatia until 2026.
Zlatko Dalić, Croatia’s World Cup finalist coach from 2018, is once again linked with a move abroad. This time, reports from Qatari outlet Al Raya claim he is poised to become the new head coach of Qatar’s national team, replacing Spaniard Felix Sanchez Lopez.
Dalić has long been a sought-after figure in international football, particularly in the Middle East, where he previously worked before taking charge of Croatia. Despite lucrative offers in the past, Dalić has consistently remained loyal to the Croatian national team.
According to the reports, Dalić is expected to begin his new role immediately, with Qatar preparing for their upcoming participation in the Gulf Cup. However, the news comes as a shock, as Dalić is under contract with the Croatian Football Federation (HNS) until 2026, and there have been no indications of an early termination.
Croatian media have approached the story cautiously, awaiting official confirmation. Dalić himself has not commented on the matter, leaving fans and analysts in suspense over the potential move.