Head scout reveals: HSV already planning for Vuskovic’s departure | OneFootball

Despite the unresolved league affiliation, planning for the upcoming HSV season is already in full swing.

A key aspect of these considerations is the likely departure of defensive talent Luka Vuskovic. Chief scout Sebastian Dirscherl made it clear in an interview with Mopo that the club is already intensely preparing for a future without the Croatian. Vuskovic is only on loan and is contracted with Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur until 2030. Due to interest from numerous top teams like FC Barcelona, a stay beyond the summer is considered unlikely.

For HSV, this means identifying alternatives early on. “Finding the complete package like Luka again is very difficult,” Dirscherl explained in the conversation. This is precisely why it is important to clearly define the key requirements for a potential successor.

In the scouting process, it is less about finding an identical player type. “It is important for us to define core competencies for this position. We need to assess which profiles are suitable,” said the 39-year-old. The scouting department works closely with the coaching team to filter out suitable candidates.

“Luka has a presence that makes his teammates better,” Dirscherl emphasized again. It is precisely this mix of quality and presence that makes the search for a replacement so challenging.

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Dirscherl also provided further insights into the Hanseatic squad planning. Ideas for potential transfers often arise in close coordination between the chief scout and sports director Claus Costa, but inputs from the coaching team also play a role. “It's all teamwork,” he clarified.

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After a radical overhaul last summer, Dirscherl expects plenty of movement in the squad this year as well. “There are positions where we want to strengthen,” he announced. “How extensive the changes will be? That depends on who stays.” The league affiliation also plays a crucial role in this regard.

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