Martin Baturina, hailing from Croatia and born on 16 February 2003, is a force to be reckoned with in the sphere of football. This 21-year-old primarily dominates the field as a central midfielder for Dinamo Zagreb. He stands at a height of 5ft 4in (1.64m) and weighs about 8st 9lb (55kg). Displaying his loyalty and talent, he has also represented his homeland on the Croatia national team.
In the realm of the transfer market, his prowess is equally recognised. As reported by Transfermarkt, Baturina's current market value is approximately £17m. His commitment to Dinamo Zagreb also appears firm as he has a good 3 years and 7 months remaining on his contract, earmarked to expire on 15 June 2028. Such clarity in a club's future can only be a good thing.
Tracking back to his debut season 2022-2023 at Dinamo Zagreb, Baturina garnered much experience making 34 first-team appearances and netting six goals. The following season was equally noteworthy, with 32 first-team appearances and five goals to his credit. Currently, the 2024-2025 season has seen him make 14 appearances, scoring once.
Beyond domestic competitions, Baturina's introduction to European football includes participation in the Champions League Qualifiers 2024-2025 and the Champions League 2024-2025 for Dinamo Zagreb, marking his presence with a goal in five starts. The previous year saw him commence his European journey in the Conference League, making a reputable ten starts. As part of the Croatia U21 squad, Baturina also partook in the UEFA U21 Championship Qualifiers 2024-2025, contributing a single goal in two starts.
