St Johnstone sign Bosnian defender Alic after contract dispute

Dino Islamovic of Rosenborg fighting for the ball with Enes Alic of NK Domzale during the UEFA Conference League: Third Qualifying Round Leg Two match between NK Domzale and Rosenborg at Stozice Stadium on August 10, 2021Image source, Getty Images
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Enes Alic (right) has signed a two-year deal with St Johnstone

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St Johnstone have signed Bosnian left-back Enes Alic on a two-year deal, just days after his former club Zeljeznicar initiated "disciplinary proceedings" against him.

On 18 August, the Bosnian outfit called on Alic to "fulfill his contractual obligations", external, implying he was still their player.

However, the 26-year-old, who has also played for clubs in Croatia, Hungary and Slovenia, has now completed his transfer to Perth.

"I am very happy to be here," Alic said.

"St Johnstone is a great club with great traditions and supporters. I can't wait to play my first game.

"I have heard a lot about the Scottish Premiership. There is a lot of passion and high intensity in this league. It is a hard league, but I want to test myself. I am ready to go.

"The fans can expect speed, shooting and crossing, I like to attack the space. I like to defend first and foremost but I do enjoy getting forward too."