The atmosphere at Hajduk Split is thick with tension, and the rumors are finally confirmed. A significant portion of the squad is waiting on wages that are up to six weeks late. The club insists that all arrears will be cleared by the end of next week, but trust is a fragile currency in Split right now.

The Great Departure Begins

In a move that shook the foundations of the club, Hajduk released a stark statement regarding the status of their first-team players. The message was clear: Filip Krovinović, Zvonimir Šarlija, and Hugo Guillamón are free to seek new pastures. All three still have a year left on their contracts, but they are now firmly on the transfer list. Krovinović, a staple since 2021, and Šarlija, joined in 2023, are among the longest-serving members of the current squad. Their exit marks the end of an era.

The club also confirmed that Anthony Kalik and Ismaël Diallo are leaving. Their contracts expire on May 31st and will not be renewed. Both players have fallen down the pecking order under manager Gonzalo García, departing after four and three years respectively. Meanwhile, Anti Rebić has been offered a new deal. The former Croatian international, named in the SuperSport HNL Team of the Season, hinted at his preference earlier this year, gesturing to club president Ivan Bilić and executive Marinka Akrap during an awards ceremony. "Second row, left," he said, signaling his desire to stay.

Uncertainty Looms for Almena

The future of Iker Almena hangs in the balance. His loan from Saudi Arabian club Al Qadsiah ends at the season's close. Hajduk stated that financial constraints make a permanent signing unlikely, though talks with his parent club continue. Speculation is already mounting that he could move to Dinamo Zagreb, with the Croatian champions reportedly negotiating a loan with an option to buy.

Graf's Vision of Change

These upheavals align perfectly with the plans of new sporting director Robert Graf. The Polish executive warned of changes a month ago, stating that key factors were missing across multiple positions. He promised to sit down with players not seen in the club's future within two weeks. The storm has arrived, and Hajduk is being rebuilt from the ground up.