Leon Jakirović

Leon Jakirović is a Croatian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Italian club Inter Milan U23.

Club career

A youth product of GNK Dinamo Zagreb, he started training with the first-team squad at the age of 16 years-old. He made his senior
league debut in a 3–2 win over Slaven Belupo on 18 May 2024. He made his debut in the UEFA Champions League on 29 January 2025 in a 2–1 win against AC Milan.
On 26 January 2026, Jakirović joined Serie A side Inter Milan on a permanent basis and was assigned to the club's reserve team.

International career

Jakirović represented Croatia at the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup, where they were eliminated in the Round of 32.

Personal life

He is the son of the Bosnian footballer and manager Sergej Jakirović. His grandfather, Enver, was also a professional footballer.