Marjan Sisic Players Agency
Balkan Dealmaker

Croatia

€90mm

Key Facts

Also known as: Marjan Šišić (licensed intermediary); Marjan Šišić Players Agency
Founded: circa 2022
Headquarters: Zagreb, Croatia
Players: 30 • Total market value ≈ €90mm
FIFA/FA registration: Licensed intermediary
Languages: Croatian; English
Regions covered: Croatia & Balkans; Central/Eastern Europe (Hungary, Bosnia & Herzegovina); UK (England, Scotland); DACH (Germany via client activity)
Email: marjan.sisic@yahoo.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marjansisic
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjan-sisic-4b56893a/

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About

Independent Zagreb-based agency led by licensed intermediary Marjan Šišić, focusing on Croatian and wider Balkan talent and selective top-tier representation. The roster includes elite names (e.g., Joško Gvardiol) alongside HNL regulars and prospects, and the practice also represents head coaches. Operations span Croatia’s SuperSport HNL to the Premier League and Scotland, with a lean, relationship-driven approach.

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Key People

• CEO/Founder: Marjan Šišić

• Managing Director / Head of Football: Not publicly disclosed

• Licensed agents: Marjan Šišić (sole listed staff)

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Client Roster

Top players (current): Joško Gvardiol (Manchester City); Filip Krovinović (Hajduk Split); Ante Palaversa (Aberdeen); Fran Brodić (Újpest FC)

Rising talents / U23: Anton Matković (NK Osijek); Marko Soldo (GNK Dinamo Zagreb); Šimun Butić (HNK Rijeka); Šimun Mikolčić (NK Osijek)

Notable former clients: Not publicly disclosed.

Coaches/Staff represented (if any): Sergej Jakirović (Hull City, contract to 2027); Dinko Jeličić (coach)

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Notable Deals

• 2023 — Joško Gvardiol: RB Leipzig → Manchester City; ~€90m; five-year contract (to 2028).

• 2024 → 2025 — Ante Palaversa: Troyes → Aberdeen; one-year deal with option; extended to 2027.

• 2023 — Filip Krovinović: Hajduk Split renewal to 2027.

• 2025 — Sergej Jakirović: Appointed Hull City manager to 2027 (manager representation).

• 2024 — Anton Matković: Publicly discussed interest from top clubs; development continues at Osijek (to 2027).

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Services

Contract negotiation; transfers/loans; image rights & sponsorships; PR/branding; legal/tax coordination; relocation; career planning for coaches and players.

Partner Network

SuperSport HNL clubs (Dinamo, Hajduk, Osijek, Rijeka); Premier League (Manchester City); Scottish Premiership (Aberdeen); NB I (Újpest); Bosnia & Herzegovina clubs; local legal/medical and scouting partners.

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Track Record (last 3 seasons)

Total transfers/appointments: 10+
Deals ≥ €10m: 1
Clients in top-5 leagues: 1
National team clients: Croatia
Renewal/extension deals: 1+

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Approach & Philosophy

Boutique, relationship-driven model centred on the Balkan pipeline, with step-by-step development and long-term value creation. Selective placements into top leagues complement strong ties with HNL clubs.

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Fees & Transparency

Not publicly disclosed. Licensing requirements apply; several FFAR articles (e.g., commission caps) remain under temporary suspension pending EU proceedings.

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Compliance & Reputation

Disciplinary actions / sanctions: None publicly recorded.
Litigation / disputes: None notable.
Media sentiment: Neutral to positive (notably around the Gvardiol deal and follow-up coverage).