Croatia's 2018 WC coach calls for more local presence in Indian leagues

Zlatko Dalic, who guided Croatia to the final of 2018 World Cup, on Friday called for participation of more Indian players in the country's football leagues at the expense of foreigners.

Football coaches from across the country had Dalic for company during an online session organised by the Sports Authority of India and All India Football Federation.

The 53 year-old who continues to coach the national team shared his coaching experiences for nearly half an hour.

"I see too many foreigners in Indian local leagues, there should be less foreigners in Indian local leagues because it hampers the development of local players," Dalic said.

"It is difficult to build a solid base of local talent if too many foreigners play in the domestic leagues."