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Croatian striker Franjo Ivanović eyed by Real Betis amid Benfica transfer speculation
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Croatian striker Franjo Ivanović eyed by Real Betis amid Benfica transfer speculation

From Večernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Croatian footballer Franjo Ivanović is reportedly a transfer target for Spanish club Real Betis.
  • Ivanović, a 22-year-old striker, has struggled for playing time at Benfica, appearing in 42 matches but accumulating only 1437 minutes last season.
  • Several other clubs, including Galatasaray, Como, and Hull City, have also been linked with a move for the player, whose departure from Benfica appears increasingly likely.

Franjo Ivanović, a 22-year-old Croatian striker, may be on the move this summer as Spanish club Real Betis reportedly eyes a loan deal with an option to buy. Ivanović's lack of playing time at Benfica, where he managed just 1437 minutes across 42 appearances last season, is seen as the primary reason for his potential departure.

Benfica appears open to selling the striker, especially with the arrival of Jhon Duran on loan from Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr and the presence of Vangelis Pavlidis. The club also aims to give more opportunities to 18-year-old Anisii Cabral, making Ivanović a surplus player in the squad.

While Real Betis is interested, Ivanović has also attracted attention from other clubs. Galatasaray, Como, and newly promoted Premier League side Hull City have been linked with the player in recent days. Ivanović scored nine goals and provided two assists last season, and his exit from Benfica seems increasingly probable, with his next career destination yet to be determined.

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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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