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Five players make Bilić’s list compared with Zlatko Dalić’s previous squad

From Večernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

At a glance

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  • Coach Bilić said Mišić fits the defensive midfield role he wants and praised his balance, aggression and confidence.
  • Bilić said Mišić is joining because the team needs him, not as a savior.

“I have had him in mind from the first day,” Bilić said of Mišić. The coach described him as a player who can cover the position also played by Modrić, protect the defense, maintain balance and play aggressively at a high level.

I have had him in mind from the first day. I am certain he is that player.

· BilićThe coach explained why he considers Mišić the right fit for the defensive midfield role.

Bilić said Mišić is in his prime, full of confidence and has the attitude he wants. “He is not coming as a savior,” the coach said. “He is coming to a team where we are strong, but if we want to play with a six, he is that profile. I expect a lot from him. He is coming because I need him.”

He is not coming as a savior. He is coming to a team where we are strong, but if we want to play with a six, he is that profile.

· BilićBilić framed Mišić’s arrival as a tactical addition rather than a rescue mission.
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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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