Shakhtar are interested in signing Croatian Istra 1961 centre-back Mauro Perkovic, SportItalia reports..

According to the source, the Italian Verona, Torino, Salernitana, Bologna and Udinese are also claiming the 19-year-old footballer, but it is the Pitmen who are considered favorites..

Note that the center back in October extended the contract with his current club until June 30, 2026, which is why a potential buyer will have to pay a considerable amount for a football player.

Perkovic's estimated value on Transfermarkt is €2.5m.

Mauro Perkovic is a graduate of Istra 1961, for which he played 46 matches (3 goals, 1 assist). Also on account of the center back 2 fights for the Croatian U-21 national team.

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Earlier it was reported that Shakhtar strengthened a promising Georgian player.