Sergej Jakirovic's son signed with a global giant.

Sergej Jakirovic's son signed with a global giant.

26.01.2026 16:22

Hull City's head coach Sergej Jakirovic's 18-year-old footballer son, Leon Jakirovic, has transferred to Inter's U23 team. Playing as a center-back, Leon Jakirovic said, "I am very happy; I am excited to have transferred to Inter. I just turned 18. Inter is the biggest step I have taken in my career so far."

Leon Jakirovic, the 18-year-old son of Hull City's owner Acun Ilıcalı and head coach Sergej Jakirovic, has made a surprising transfer.

LEON JAKIROVIC HAS TRANSFERRED TO INTER

Leon Jakirovic, who developed in the Dinamo Zagreb youth system, has transferred to the Inter U23 team. The young player signed a contract with Inter until 2030.

Sergej Jakirovic's son signed with a world giant

'I AM VERY HAPPY AND EXCITED'

Speaking after the transfer, Jakirovic said, "I am very happy; I am excited to have transferred to Inter. I just turned 18. Inter is the biggest step I have taken in my career so far. I think it will be amazing. I am a center-back who loves to play with the ball, and I try to make passes that break lines. Everyone knows that Italian center-backs are the best in the world. I can develop myself a lot in defense here. The center-back who impressed me the most was Bastoni from Inter. Now I am with him."

'MY DAD TAUGHT ME EVERYTHING'

In response to a question about his father Sergej Jakirovic, Leon stated, "My dad taught me everything; he tried to bring out the best in me."

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