Overview

• Hull City dismissed Ruben Selles on May 15 after he guided the team to final-day safety in the Championship.
• Owner Acun Ilicali has identified Jakirovic as his top choice after working through a five-man shortlist with sporting director Jared Dublin.
• Jakirovic transformed Kayserispor from third-from-bottom to 12th in the Turkish Super Lig, earning 29 points from 16 matches since January.
• The 48-year-old Bosnian has not managed in England but led Dinamo Zagreb to a league and cup double in 2024.
• Hull must agree compensation terms with Kayserispor, with both clubs expecting to finalise the deal shortly.