Tin Jedvaj is a Croatian professional footballer known for his defensive skills on the field.
He began his professional career at GNK Dinamo Zagreb, where he won the Croatian Prva HNL trophy in his debut season.
Jedvaj made his senior debut for the Croatian national team at just 18 years old.
Biography
Early Life
Tin Jedvaj was born into a footballing family, with his father Zdenko being a former player himself. His family relocated from Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, to Zagreb, Croatia during the Bosnian War, where Jedvaj began to cultivate his passion for football. He progressed through the youth ranks at GNK Dinamo Zagreb, showcasing his talent as a defender.
Career
Jedvaj made his professional debut with Dinamo Zagreb in 2013, quickly establishing himself in the team and helping them secure the Croatian Prva HNL title in his first season. His performances caught the attention of AS Roma, and he signed with the Italian club in July 2013. Although his time at Roma was limited, he gained valuable experience before moving to Bayer 04 Leverkusen in 2014, where he played until 2021. Throughout his career, Jedvaj has represented Croatia at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2014. He was part of the squad for UEFA Euro 2016 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where Croatia finished as runners-up. Notably, he scored two goals in a UEFA Nations League match against Spain in 2018.
Personal Life
In June 2022, Jedvaj married his long-time girlfriend, Dina Dragija, in a ceremony held in Varaždin. Beyond football, he made a cameo appearance in the music video for the song "Poziv" by Serbian rapper Cvija in May 2020, showcasing his versatility beyond the pitch. As of 2023, he continues to play professionally, currently with Al Shabab Football Club in Saudi Arabia, furthering his career in international football.
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Career & Clubs
Dinamo Zagreb
Jedvaj started his professional career in 2013 with Dinamo Zagreb, coming through Dinamo's youth academy. He made his debut in a match against Osijek, playing in central defence alongside Josip Šimunić. He scored his debut goal against Cibalia. During his first professional season with the club, he won the Croatian Prva HNL trophy. At the beginning of the new season, he won another trophy with the club when Dinamo defeated Hajduk Split in the Croatian Supercup. During his time with Dinamo, Jedvaj made total of 14 official appearances for the club.
Roma
At the end of his first professional season, Jedvaj was targeted and approached by Italian club Roma, although the initial offer was rejected by the Dinamo board. On 10 July 2013, however, it was confirmed that Jedvaj had signed a contract with the Roman club. Jedvaj made his Roma debut on 1 December 2013, coming on as an 83rd-minute substitute in a 4–0 Serie A victory over Genoa. He made his starting debut for the club against the same opposition in the last round of the Serie A season, with Genoa winning the clash 1–0 at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris. Those were Jedvaj's only two appearances for the season, appearing on the bench 33 times for Roma in the 2013–14 season.
Bayer Leverkusen
On 11 June 2014, Bayer Leverkusen announced that they had reached an agreement with all parties for a loan agreement with Roma and Jedvaj, allowing Jedvaj to join Bayer on loan until the end of the…
Jedvaj represented Croatia at various youth levels. He made his senior debut at age 18, playing the final 13 minutes in a friendly match against Cyprus on 4 September 2014 at Stadion Aldo Drosina in Pula. On 31 May 2016, he was confirmed to be a part of the Croatia squad for UEFA Euro 2016. He was selected to start a match against Spain, which Croatia won 2–1. In May 2018, he was named in Croatia's preliminary 32-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. He featured once during the tournament, playing the whole ninety minutes of a 2–1 victory over Iceland. Croatia finished the tournament as runners-up to France. On 16 November 2018, he scored two goals in a UEFA Nations League group match against Spain, including the winner in a 3–2 victory. During Euro 2020 qualifying, Jedvaj played regularly, replacing injured right back Šime Vrsaljko and appearing in five out of eight games. However, ahead of Nations League matches against Sweden and Portugal, Jedvaj was dropped from the national team.
Club
As of match played 6 May 2025
International
As of match played on 7 October 2020
As of match played on 7 October 2020 Scores and results list Croatia's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Jedvaj goal
- Club
- AS Roma (2013–2014)
- Club
- GNK Dinamo Zagreb (2013–2013)
- Club
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen (2014–2021)
- Club
- Croatia national under-17 football team (2011–2011)
- Club
- Croatia national under-18 football team (2012–2012)
- Club
- Croatia national under-19 football team (2012–2013)
- Club
- Croatia national under-21 football team (2013–2016)
- Club
- Croatia men's national football team (2014–2020)
- Club
- FC Augsburg (2019–2020)
- Club
- FC Lokomotiv Moscow (2021–2024)
- Club
- Al Ain FC (2023–2023)
- Club
- Panathinaikos F.C. (2023–2024)
- Club
- Panathinaikos F.C. (2024–2026)
- Club
- Al-Shabab Football Club (2026–)
- League
- Bundesliga
- National team
- Croatia
Personal
Jedvaj's father Zdenko is a former footballer. During the Bosnian War, his family left Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and moved to the Croatian capital of Zagreb. In June 2022, Jedvaj married his long-time girlfriend Dina Dragija in Varaždin. In May 2020, Jedvaj appeared in the music video for the song "Poziv" (Call) by Serbian rapper Cvija.
Clubs
- Al-Shabab Football Club2026current
- Croatia national under-17 football team2011–2011
- Croatia national under-18 football team2012–2012
- Croatia national under-19 football team2012–2013
- AS Roma2013–2014
- Croatia national under-21 football team2013–2016
- GNK Dinamo Zagreb2013–2013
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen2014–2021
- Croatia men's national football team2014–2020
- FC Augsburg2019–2020
- FC Lokomotiv Moscow2021–2024
- Al Ain FC2023–2023
- Panathinaikos F.C.2023–2024
- Panathinaikos F.C.2024–2026
Played together with
Aaron BoupendzaAl-Shabab Football Club · 2022–2023
Aaron MokoenaBayer 04 Leverkusen · 1998–1999
Abdoulaye MéïtéPanathinaikos F.C. · 2013–2013
Abdul Kader KeïtaAl Ain FC · 2001–2002
Abdul Kader KeïtaAl Ain FC · 2002–2002- Abdulaziz KhathranAl-Shabab Football Club · 1994–2002
- Abdullah Al-HamdanAl-Shabab Football Club · 2019–2021
Abdullah Al-KhaibariAl-Shabab Football Club · 2017–2019
Abdullah OtayfAl-Shabab Football Club · 2011–2012
Abdulmalek Al-KhaibriAl-Shabab Football Club · 2008–2016
Abdulmalek Al-KhaibriAl-Shabab Football Club · 2019
Abedi PeleAl Ain FC · 1998–2000
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Identifiers & aliases
Tin Jedvaj is a Croatian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Saudi Pro League club Al Shabab. Usually deployed as a centre-back, he can also play as a right-back.
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