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Meet Martin Baturina, Croatia's Next Big Midfield Star
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First reported by N12 · Jun 17, 2026
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Martin Baturina, the 23-year-old son of former Bnei Yehuda player Mate Baturina, is emerging as Croatia's next midfield star. He joined Como for 18 million euros, starred in the club's historic season, and scored against England in Croatia's World Cup opener. His market value is now 30 million euros, and he is expected to help replace Luka Modric.
- 01Martin Baturina is being cast as Croatia's next star after Luka Modric.
- 02He joined Como this summer for 18 million euros from Dinamo Zagreb.
- 03Baturina scored eight goals and added four assists in 34 matches.
- 04He doubled his Croatia goal tally by scoring against England.
- 05His market value is listed at 30 million euros by Transfermarkt.
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