Benitez Interested in Croatian International

Croatian international Ivan Rakitic recent performances’ for FC Schalke and the Croatian national team has prompted Rafael Benitez to look at this talented young midfielder.

Rakitic has been a regular starter for Schalke, starting in 24 games this season and scoring two goals.

Rakitic initially was brought to the attention of European football before his move to Schalke when he played in Switzerland for Basel.

He played 33 games and scored 11 goals for Basel.The Croatian press is confident that the young midfielder will leave Schalke if a suitable transfer bid is made, believed to be in the region of 10million Euros.