Bosnia Star Dedić Nears Career-Defining Transfer to Iconic English Club
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Bosnian national team defender Amar Dedić is reportedly nearing a career-defining transfer to the English Premier League.
- Newcastle United is highly interested in the 23-year-old Benfica player, viewing him as a key reinforcement after a disappointing season.
- Dedić's strong performances in the World Cup and for the national team have increased club interest, with his market value estimated at 20 million euros.
Bosnian national team star Amar Dedić stands on the brink of a career-defining move to the English Premier League, with Newcastle United reportedly leading the chase.
The 23-year-old right-back, currently with Portuguese club Benfica, is a target for the English club as they seek to strengthen their squad following a disappointing season. Newcastle, known as the Magpies, see Dedić as a crucial addition to their lineup.
Dedić joined Benfica last summer from Austrian club Salzburg for 12 million euros. His market value is now estimated by Transfermarkt at 20 million euros, though Newcastle may need to pay slightly more to secure his signature. His impressive performances for Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup have significantly boosted his profile and attracted interest from top clubs.
For the national team, Dedić has made 31 appearances and scored one goal. His potential transfer to the Premier League represents a major step in his career, highlighting his growing importance in international football.
Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.