Dinamo's Zajc balances football ambition with a love for reading and a private life

Miha Zajc, a key midfielder for Dinamo Zagreb, is gearing up for a crucial UEFA Champions League qualifier against Swiss side Thun. With the first leg ending in a 1-1 draw in Switzerland, where Zajc scored the equalizer, he is expected to play a vital role in the return match at Maksimir Stadium.

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I am a big fan of reading. The last book I got my hands on was Mojca Širok's Contract. I've known her books for a long time; she's a writer from our region. In the summer, I have enough time for reading, but during the season, I often run out of energy. I read on the train when we travel to matches; otherwise, I run out of time.

Zajc, who joined Dinamo from Turkish club Fenerbahçe last summer, has become an integral part of the team's midfield. While he is known for his vocal presence on the field, his private life remains largely shielded from public view. He has been in a long-term relationship with a blonde woman, whose name is not publicly known, but their shared moments are often documented on his Instagram account, where he has over 200,000 followers.

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I like it when a book has a touch of reality, so I can identify with the story more easily.

Their relationship appears strong, with his partner providing support during his career moves across Italy, France, and now Croatia. Photos shared by Zajc show them celebrating championship titles and enjoying romantic getaways in cities like Rome and Florence. Beyond his football career and personal life, Zajc defies the typical footballer stereotype. He has expressed a passion for reading, favoring crime novels with themes of mafia and politics, and is actively learning Italian, often practicing with children's books.

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I read in Slovenian because I am still learning Italian. I read children's books in Italian.