The Croatian national team was once again at risk of losing head coach Zlatko Dalić, and another offer from Qatar could come after the Nations League. The Qataris increased their financial offer to 12-13 million euros per year and offered him full control over the national team’s operations, but Dalić has rejected them once more.

The first offer came two months ago, when they proposed the position of head coach with authority over all national teams. Although he attended a meeting in Doha, Dalić decided to stay with the Vatreni, believing he could not leave the team before the Nations League quarterfinals against France.

The Croatian Football Federation believes Dalić will fulfill his contract until the 2026 World Cup, but the Qataris might make another attempt before the start of the qualifying rounds. His year began with hip surgery, discussions about Marko Livaja’s return, and the possible call-up of striker Franjo Ivanović for March.

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