St Johnstone manager Simo Valakari is hopeful that prospective new signing Enes Alic can add 'balance' to his squad. The 26-year-old Bosnian left-back is close to joining the Perth side as a free agent after leaving Zeljeznicar Sarajevo. Next fixture: vs Dundee Utd (at home, 2026-10-17).
Who is Enes Alic?
Enes Alic is a 26-year-old left-back who has previously played in Croatia, Hungary, and Slovenia. He is currently a free agent after leaving Zeljeznicar Sarajevo. Valakari is 'very, very hopeful' that Alic will join St Johnstone, although the move is still a 'working process'.
Why does Valakari want Alic?
Valakari believes Alic can bring balance to his squad. The manager has kept the core of the team that helped St Johnstone achieve promotion back to the top flight. 'You cannot buy the culture,' Valakari explained. 'You cannot buy the togetherness. You need to live some difficult moments together.'
What's next for St Johnstone?
St Johnstone will face St Mirren in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday. Valakari is impressed by Craig McLeish's side, who also won their Premiership opener. 'They have Premiership experience and the biggest thing, no-one expects anything from them,' Valakari said.
