Stipe Ukich, a promising young left-wing forward, is reportedly set to join Istra 1961. Although the transfer has not been officially announced since Ukich has not yet reached the legal age, sources have disclosed that the deal is finalized. Ukich, who is of Croatian descent through his father and Thai through his mother, currently plays for Auckland City, the leading team in New Zealand's national league. At 17, he has already secured a starting position and has participated in the FIFA World Cup, where his team faced defeat against Al Ain. Additionally, there was interest in him from SHNL, Sarajevo, and various Australian clubs.