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NIKOLA KATIC
Born: 10 October 1996
Came from: FC Zurich (Switzerland) Went to:
First game: 01 February 2025 Last game: 22 February 2025
Appearances: 6 (6/0) Goals: 1
Born in Ljubuski, Bosnia & Herzegovina in 1996, Katic spent his youth career at HNK Stolac, making his debut at the age of 16. In March 2014 he signed for Croatian side, Neretvanac Opuzen, where he made a total of 29 appearances, scoring twice. Nineteen months later he was on the move once again, this time joining Slaven Belupo. Throughout three seasons with the club, the imposing central defender made 69 appearances with his only goal coming in May 2017 in a 2-0 home win over Istra 1961. During his time at the Gradski Stadion, he made his senior international debut for Croatia in a friendly against Mexico in Los Angeles.
In June 2018, Katic signed for Rangers in a deal worth 2.3 million euros. He was an immediate hit with the fans at Ibrox, making his debut in a UEFA Europa League qualifier against Shkupi from North Macedonia. His first goal for the Gers came in the same competition during a 1-1 draw with Croatian side, Osijek. In October 2019 he signed a four-year contract extension but just nine months later he suffered a serious knee injury, tearing his anterior cruciate ligament which led to a lengthy spell on the sidelines. In August 2021 he went on a season-long loan to Hajduk Split in a bid to get some game time under his belt, where he played 25 games for the Croatian side. Upon returning to Ibrox, he was unable to force his way into the first team and in August 2022 he signed for Swiss side, FC Zurich on a three-year deal, which was extended until 2026 in October 2023.
Katic made 86 appearances in all competitions for FCZ, during which time he applied to change sports citizenship from Croatian to Bosnian, a request that was approved by FIFA. He made his international debut for Bosnia & Herzegovina against England in June 2024, a game that saw The Three Lions claim a 3-0 win.
In January 2025 he joined Argyle on loan until the end of the season, making his debut less than 24 hours after arriving at Home Park, as the Pilgrims claimed a much-needed win over West Bromwich Albion.
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