Mateo Kovačić is a professional footballer from Croatia, born on May 6, 1994. He plays as a midfielder and is known for his dribbling skills, vision, and ability to control the game. Kovačić began his career at Dinamo Zagreb before moving to Inter Milan in 2015. In 2018, he joined Chelsea FC on loan and later signed permanently. Kovačić has also represented the Croatian national team, contributing to their success in international tournaments, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where they finished as runners-up.