HNK Rijeka sells Andrej Kramaric for record fee
HNK Rijeka has sold Andrej Kramaric to Leicester City for a record fee of £9.7 million. Kramaric signed a contract until 2018, with the transfer pending work permit approval. Rijeka confirmed that Kramaric is heading to the Premier League, and Leicester confirmed that the transfer is official.
Who is Kramaric and what does this mean for Rijeka?
Andrej Kramaric is a 23-year-old striker from Croatia, who was named Player of the Year in Prva HNL for 2014. Rijeka sold Kramaric for a record fee, which is a significant achievement for the club. Leicester City is in 17th place in the Premier League, and Kramaric will join the team in the upcoming season.
How does Rijeka continue without Kramaric?
Rijeka finished 4th in HNL 2025 with 41 points, 11 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses from 29 games. Rijeka is 28 points behind Dinamo Zagreb. Kramaric was key for Rijeka, and without him, Rijeka will struggle to maintain its top 4 position. Rijeka will play against HNK Gorica (8th in HNL) on 20.02.2027.
What is the reaction from Rijeka and Leicester?
Ivan Mance, sporting director of Rijeka, said: "Rijeka is happy that the transfer is completed to mutual satisfaction. This is the biggest transfer in the club's history." Leicester City said: "Kramaric will join the team once he receives a work permit."
