Overview
- Multiple outlets report Bilic is poised to be named Croatia manager pending formal approval by the HNS Professional Commission and Executive Board during meetings scheduled for Monday.
- If confirmed, Bilic is expected to sign a reported two‑year contract with a gross annual salary near €1 million, a substantial cut from Dalic’s reported pay.
- Bilic previously led Croatia from 2006–2012 with 42 wins in 65 matches and has recent club experience including West Ham, West Brom, Watford and a stint at Al Fateh which he left in August 2024.
- Early staffing plans linked to Bilic include longtime collaborator Dean Racunica, indicating an immediate backroom rebuild focused on renewed coaching structure.
- The appointment would combine continuity of a familiar coach with a clear mandate to refresh an ageing core of players and shape Croatia’s squad ahead of upcoming qualifiers and fixtures.