Former Glasgow Rangers striker Nikica Jelavic has completed a move back to his homeland of Croatia to join NK Lokomotiva.
The 35-year-old may not have spent too long at Ibrox – in fact, he was only there for one-and-a-half seasons – but even during that time, he became a true fan favourite due to his performances. In just 56 games, he scored 36 goals and provided a further 15 assists, with his strikes helping the ‘Gers to win the 2010/11 Premiership title, which remains their most recent top-flight crown.
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As the ‘Gers entered financial difficulties during the following campaign, the Croatia international was sold for £5.5m to Everton, and since then he has played for Hull and West Ham, whilst he has also spent considerable time in China.
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He has now moved back to Croatia to join Lokomotiva, with him joining on a free transfer. Last season, they finished second in the country’s top-tier, their joint-highest finish in history, and they will be hoping that the signing of Jelavic can give them a huge boost this coming campaign. If he can replicate the kind of form that he showed at Ibrox, the Zagreb-based outfit won’t be stuck for goals this season.
‘Gers fans, what are your favourite memories of Jelavic at Ibrox? Let us know in the comments section below!
