NK Osijek failed to reach an agreement with Tomislav Radotić, who stabilized the team last season. Radotić took over the team at the end of February this year in a challenging situation, with a clear task - to ensure the team's stay in the top division of Croatian football.

How did the turnaround happen?

At a press conference, new sports director Kenneth Zandvliet announced that Radotić was the first choice for the Whites and Blues' bench. However, in the meantime, there was a complete turnaround and Radotić did not accept the terms offered by the club.

What's next for NK Osijek?

The Whites and Blues finished last season in 9th place in the HNL, with 35 points, 8 wins, 11 draws, and 17 losses, and are 51 points behind leaders Dinamo Zagreb. After the last result, NK Osijek 2-0 NK Slaven Belupo (2026-05-22), the coaches will now have to find a new coach to lead the team in the new season.

How will the search for a new coach unfold?

The NK Osijek management will have to quickly find a solution for the coaching position, as the new season is already on the horizon. And given that Radotić was popular among fans, the new coach's name will have to be well-received by the public. So what's next for NK Osijek is still unknown, but it's certain that the new season will bring new challenges and opportunities for the Whites and Blues.