Bruno Petković (foto: Getty Images)
Bruno Petković is nearing a departure from Dinamo Zagreb after refusing a pay cut, with his agent offering him to Solskjær’s Besiktas .
Bruno Petković appears to be on the verge of leaving Dinamo Zagreb, following a sharp breakdown in negotiations with the club’s new executive president Zvonimir Boban.
After reportedly refusing a significant pay cut, the Croatian international was bluntly told by Boban that “as long as I’m in charge, you won’t play here again.” The standoff has led Petković’s agent Ivan Cvjetković to actively search for a new club — and that search has now reached Besiktas .
According to the Turkish edition of Transfermarkt, Petković has been offered to the Istanbul club, who are currently considering whether to proceed. Ole Gunnar Solskjær, the former Manchester United striker, recently took over as Beşiktaş manager and is reshaping his squad ahead of the new season.
Interestingly, the Turkish side had also shown interest in Marko Livaja, one of the top performers in the Croatian league, but the Hajduk Split forward publicly dismissed any exit talk. That decision could open the door for Petković to step in as the club's new attacking solution.
Financially, the deal would not be overly complicated. Dinamo are unlikely to demand a high transfer fee, as their main priority is offloading Petković’s €1.2 million annual salary. That makes him a viable and affordable target for Beşiktaş, should they decide he fits Solskjær’s plans.