{"id":1470045,"date":"2026-07-21T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=features&#038;p=1470045"},"modified":"2026-07-20T17:13:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T16:13:23","slug":"tactical-analysis-martin-baturina-como-serie-a","status":"publish","type":"features","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/features\/tactical-analysis-martin-baturina-como-serie-a\/","title":{"rendered":"Martin Baturina analysis: Why Como\u2019s Croatian star is attracting interest from Europe\u2019s elite"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Como\u2019s domestic success last season may well come at a cost.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Granted, they have managed to retain Nico Paz\u2019s services. However, when a lesser-known side punches above their weight, football\u2019s big hitters take notice. Como can offer the luxurious backdrop of the lake to convince their star players to remain. Champions League football is also on the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And yet, it hasn\u2019t ended talk of potential summer exits. Croatian midfielder Martin Baturina is one of those who has attracted watchful glances across Europe. The Croat\u2019s thundering strike against England at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/world-cup-2026-betting-tips-predictions\/\">the 2026 World Cup<\/a> further boosted his profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>In this article, we&#8217;ll cover:<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-baturina-attracting-interest-from-abroad\" data-level=\"3\">Baturina attracting interest from abroad<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-press-resistance\" data-level=\"3\">Press resistance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-able-to-pry-apart-defences\" data-level=\"3\">Able to pry apart defences<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-effective-off-the-ball\" data-level=\"3\">Effective off the ball<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-baturina-attracting-interest-from-abroad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baturina attracting interest from abroad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Baturina, though, is one whose domestic performances already caught the eye. The 23-year-old made 29 league appearances last season, just 17 of which were from the outset. Even so, Como are keen to retain Baturina\u2019s services. It\u2019s easy to see why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Italian side signed Baturina from Dinamo Zagreb last summer. He broke onto the scene in 2021 and amassed 114 league appearances before his 2025 switch to Italy. That is some going for a player who only turned 23 back in February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless, Baturina looks every bit the seasoned pro despite his tender years. He has drawn comparisons to compatriot Luka Modric, which is hardly a shock. Baturina is comfortable receiving possession in tight spaces. Opponents can pressure the Croatia international to their hearts&#8217; content, but he\u2019s able to work his way out of tight situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-press-resistance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Press resistance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indeed, Baturina was dispossessed just 1.7 times per 90 in Serie A last season. For a player of his skillset at his age in his debut campaign in one of Europe\u2019s top leagues, it was a notable haul. This is one of the key reasons why teams have shown an interest in Baturina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Granted, he\u2019s not the most physically imposing midfielder in world football. Yet Baturina maximises the low centre of gravity to twist his way out of danger. The dynamism to his game has contributed to the youngster\u2019s soaring stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also meant opponents went to great lengths to keep the Como star in check. Baturina was fouled 2.5 times per 90 in Serie A last season, the 20th highest return in the league. This increased to 3.9 times per 90 at the World Cup. Baturina was a marked man. This spoke volumes to his impact in the midfield and the final third.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As dominant sides look to play through the midfield, players of Baturina\u2019s calibre are precious commodities. It\u2019s for that reason Como are hellbent on retaining the midfielder\u2019s services. 30% of Como\u2019s attacks came through the middle of the park, the highest such proportion in the 2025-26 Serie A season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-able-to-pry-apart-defences\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Able to pry apart defences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a desire to get the ball to feet, turn and shift possession forward, it\u2019s no wonder Como ranked joint-top for counter-attacking goals (9) in Italy\u2019s top tier last term. This despite Cesc Fabregas\u2019 side dominating last season. They returned the best possession average (61.6%) in the division, yet were able to quickly win the ball back and spring forward at speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And Baturina has been hugely influential in prying defences open when they instigate a lightning-quick counter attacking. Only Maxence Caqueret (every 165.2 mins) and Paz (every 169.5 mins) attempted a through ball more frequently than Baturina (every 224.1 mins) for Como in Serie A last season.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Chances created per 90 in Serie A last season\" class=\"wp-image-1470047\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-214x267.jpg 214w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-160x200.jpg 160w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-48x60.jpg 48w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2-59x74.jpg 59w, https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2026\/07\/19174520\/season_stat-leader-top-10-no-image-2.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, only Roma\u2019s Paulo Dybala (3.7) created more chances per 90 than Baturina (3.6). Granted, the latter only managed three assists, but that says more about his teammates\u2019 profligacy rather than his chance-creating ability. After all, Baturina created a big chance every 196.1 minutes in Serie A last season. It was the second most for Como.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-effective-off-the-ball\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Effective off the ball<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Off the ball, too, he gave as good as he got. 4.93 ball recoveries per 90 ranked third for Como. This work rate has served to further boost his profile. He\u2019ll pick your pocket if you\u2019re not careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Able to operate as both a number eight or a number 10, the versatility to his midfield game has helped Baturina shoot to prominence. It\u2019s also why Como are so reluctant to cash in on Baturina unless interested parties slap a monster bid on the table. When a player is dubbed the next Modric, he\u2019s one you want to keep by hook or by crook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He\u2019s following a similar career path as Modric, who came through the Dinamo Zagreb ranks. Few at the club, though, couldn\u2019t have foreseen such a rise over the last 12 months. It\u2019s hardly a surprise the likes of Tottenham and Bayern Munich are said to be monitoring his progress.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/\"><strong>Latest football news<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Football betting tips<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/betting-sites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Best betting sites<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/betting-sites\/best-free-bet-offers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Best free bet offers<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/accumulator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Football accumulator tips<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Como\u2019s domestic success last season may well come at a cost. Granted, they have managed to retain Nico Paz\u2019s services. However, when a lesser-known side punches above their weight, football\u2019s big hitters take notice. Como can offer the luxurious backdrop of the lake to convince their star players to remain. Champions League football is also&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3564,"featured_media":1470046,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"Martin Baturina","_yoast_wpseo_title":"","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Discover why Martin Baturina is attracting Europe's top clubs after a standout season with Como in this in-depth tactical analysis.","footnotes":""},"tags":[],"features-category":[],"squawka-category":[],"class_list":["post-1470045","features","type-features","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":{"external_featured_image_url":"","hide_featured_image_pattern":false},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v28.0 (Yoast SEO v28.0) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Martin Baturina analysis: Why Como\u2019s Croatian star is attracting interest from Europe\u2019s elite | Squawka | EN<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover why Martin Baturina is 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