Hull City are in active discussions over a move for Toni Fruk, with the newly promoted Premier League club exploring the conditions of a possible deal for the Rijeka attacking midfielder. As first reported by TeamTalk, the Tigers remain firmly in the picture, though the situation appears more open and competitive than some early noise suggested.
Fruk, 25, has emerged as a serious target as Hull look to strengthen their creative options ahead of a demanding return to the top flight. The Croatia star has built a strong reputation with Rijeka for his vision, invention and attacking output, and he fits the profile of player Hull are seeking as they prepare for the Premier League.
Toni Fruk race gathering pace
There is clear interest, but sources close to the situation are urging caution. As one Rijeka insider put it, “A deal is not as close as people are making out,” which underlines the reality that talks remain at an early stage. Hull are not alone either. Serious interest has also been registered by “two other Premier League clubs, alongside Dutch giants Ajax”, with all four teams making contact in recent days.
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That level of competition matters. It pushes up the difficulty of any negotiations and increases the need for Hull to move decisively if they want to land their man. Rijeka are expected to stand firm on valuation, with the Croatian club seeking a fee in the region of £8-10 million for one of their most important players, despite Fruk entering the final year of his contract.
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Hull’s interest in Fruk is part of a wider summer strategy. After promotion, the club are focused on adding quality across key areas, and creativity in midfield appears high on the agenda. The report states that “the Tigers are keen to add multiple new faces over the coming weeks as they look to build a competitive squad capable of survival in the top flight.”
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