Fortuna Player Luka Tunjic Hires Lawyer After Shocking Danny Buijs Interview

Luka Tunjic has hired a lawyer and initiated legal action against Fortuna Sittard head coach Danny Buijs following a televised interview in which the manager criticized the midfielder’s sudden absence from the team.

The dispute escalated on April 12, 2026, after Buijs spoke publicly about Tunjic’s unavailability ahead of a match against NAC Breda. Tunjic described the interview as shocking and stated that he was forced to take legal steps to prevent further damage to his name.

Conflict Over Player Availability

The tension between the player and the coaching staff centers on Tunjic’s abrupt withdrawal from team activities. Coach Danny Buijs expressed sharp disapproval, claiming that Tunjic had effectively walked away from the squad despite having been involved in training and competitive matches in the preceding weeks.

During a pre-match briefing, Buijs questioned the nature of the midfielder’s absence, noting that the player had suddenly declared himself unavailable without prior indication.

Tunjic has pulled out of nowhere. He’s been training and playing for the past few weeks, then suddenly he says he can’t train or play anymore. And off he goes.

Danny Buijs

Tunjic countered these claims on April 12, 2026, via social media. He asserted that he has been suffering from a serious groin injury for several weeks, which he claims was officially medically documented.

Contract Disputes and Transfer Speculation

The conflict is reportedly compounded by ongoing disputes regarding Tunjic’s contract status within the Eredivisie. There has been significant speculation that the midfielder’s decision to leave the team is linked to these contractual disagreements.

Reports indicate that Tunjic may be seeking a move to Germany. The situation has created a volatile environment at the club, with some fans reacting aggressively to the player’s absence. In February 2026, reports surfaced that Fortuna fans had targeted Tunjic with insults following a series of sick-leave notifications.

Prior to the legal escalation on April 12, Tunjic had missed four consecutive matches due to reported illnesses. Analysis of the situation suggested that these absences may have been used as a means to avoid entering into a new contract agreement with the club.

Impact on Fortuna Sittard

The internal turmoil occurred at a critical juncture for the club. The conflict peaked just before a fixture against NAC Breda, a match that carried the potential to propel Fortuna Sittard into eleventh place in the league standings.

The legal proceedings initiated by Tunjic mark a significant breakdown in the relationship between the player and the management. While Buijs characterized the situation as amazing what you experience, Tunjic maintains that the public statements made by the coach were factually wrong and damaging to his professional reputation.