Marin Pongračić is transferring from Lecce to Rennes. The Croatian centre-back is set to join the French club pending medical tests, with a transfer fee of €13.5 million agreed upon.
- Pongračić will undergo medical tests before finalizing the move.
- The transfer fee agreed upon is €13.5 million.
- Pongračić has earned 10 caps for the Croatian national team.
Pongračić’s Transfer to Rennes
Marin Pongračić, born on September 11, 1997, in Landshut, Germany, is on the verge of joining Rennes from Lecce. The transfer, which involves a €13.5 million fee, has been green-lighted by Lecce, allowing Pongračić to travel for his medical tests. Standing at 1.93 meters tall, Pongračić is known for his defensive prowess and versatility.
🔴⚫️🇭🇷 Marin Pongracic to Rennes, all set to be signed as Lecce have given green light to Croatian centre back in order to travel and undergo medical tests.
€13.5m deal has been agreed between Rennes and Lecce for the centre back. https://t.co/tVc2dzcyXL
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 01, 2023
Career Journey and Achievements
Pongračić began his career in the youth setups of SpVgg Landshut, FC Bayern München, and FC Ingolstadt 04. He made his professional debut with 1860 Munich, where he played from 2016 to 2017, making 29 appearances and scoring one goal. In 2017, he moved to Red Bull Salzburg and played there until 2020, featuring in 35 matches and scoring twice.
His next move was to VfL Wolfsburg in January 2020, where he played 21 matches and netted two goals. During the 2021-2022 season, he was loaned to Borussia Dortmund, making 9 appearances. In August 2022, he joined Lecce on loan from Wolfsburg, a move that was later made permanent.
Challenges and Versatility
Throughout his career, Pongračić has demonstrated his capabilities as a strong and versatile centre-back. His height and physical presence make him a formidable defender with excellent aerial ability. He is also known for his tackling skills and comfort on the ball, which allows him to contribute to both defensive and offensive plays.
However, his career has not been without challenges. Pongračić has faced several injury setbacks, particularly during his time at Wolfsburg, which affected his playing time. Despite these hurdles, he has continued to be a valuable player for his teams and the Croatian national squad, earning 10 caps and participating in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers.
Transfer Market Dynamics
Pongračić’s transfer to Rennes is part of a broader trend of significant moves in Ligue 1. For instance, Rennes recently reached a €15 million agreement with FK Bodø/Glimt for Danish midfielder Albert Grønbæk, pending a medical examination. Additionally, AS Monaco’s rising star is attracting interest from top clubs amid contract talks, showcasing the dynamic nature of the current transfer market in French football.
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This transfer marks a significant step in Pongračić’s career, and fans will be eager to see how he adapts to his new team and the challenges of Ligue 1.
