RADE KRUNIĆ: PLAYER FOCUS

Following the confirmation that Krunić has become Milan’s second signing of the summer transfer window, the club has demonstrated a desire to focus their attention on young talent and potential. The Bosnian midfielder, who was born in 1993, weight 74 kg and has a height of 184 cm. Rade is a skilful player, gifted both physically and technically. He can dribble, press and dictate build-up play, while also providing through balls and shots on goal. Last season he achieved his best stats, registering five goals and six assists from 34 appearances. He contributes creativity to the midfield and knows how to push the opposition back, while also possessing great ability when shooting right-footed from distance. As a mezzala or Trequartista, he fits perfectly into the Coach Giampaolo’s offensive set-up – with the Rossoneri tactician previously working with him back in 2015-16. The greatest, albeit most difficult, moment of his career has now arrived. Welcome, Rade!

THE CAREER

Born in Foca, he came through the youth ranks at his hometown club, Sutjeska. From 2012 to January 2013, he made 15 appearances and scored three goals in the Bosnian second division. He then went on to join Serbian side Donji Srem. During this spell, he registered six goals in 55 appearances before then joining Hellas Verona in 2014 – although he never featured for the Gialloblu. A six-month loan spell with Borac Cacak was his next move, once again playing in Prva Liga, while Empoli then secured his signature in June 2015. His time at the Tuscan club was extremely useful, as he gained experience in both Serie A and B. In total, he made 119 appearances for the Azzurri and scored 12 goals. As for his international experience, he initially made his debut for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Under-21s back in 2013 before joining up with the senior side in two years later. He made official debut arrived in June 2016 during a match between Bosnia and Denmark in the Kirin Cup, while his first goal was scored in March 2019 during a 2-1 win over Armenia in a Euro 2020 qualifier.

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