Dinamo defender Imran Fetai receives surprise North Macedonia call-up

Dinamo București defender Imran Fetai has received a surprise call-up to the North Macedonia national team. Coach Goce Sedloski included the player in the squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. The selection comes as a notable development for the Romanian club, given Fetai's limited playing time at Dinamo this season.

North Macedonia is scheduled to play Scotland away on November 13 and host Slovenia at home on November 16. These matches are part of League B Group A in the Nations League. The team enters this window with pressure to improve their standing after recent results.

The national team has faced difficulties in their current campaign. They have lost four previous matches, including defeats to Switzerland, Slovenia, and Scotland. Notable losses include a 0-3 result against Switzerland and a 0-2 loss to both Slovenia and Scotland. These results highlight the urgency for points in the upcoming games.

Fetai’s inclusion marks a return to the international stage for the defender. He previously earned caps for North Macedonia while playing for Shkendija. Reports differ on his total number of senior appearances. ProSport states he has three caps, while Prima Sport and Sport.ro report eight caps earned during his tenure at Shkendija before his transfer to Dinamo.

At Dinamo, Fetai has seen limited action. He has made six appearances for the club, totaling 352 minutes on the pitch. His contract with Dinamo runs until June 30, 2029, following a three-year agreement signed when he joined from Shkendija. Despite the short playing time, his experience remains valuable to the national setup.

Fetai’s career path includes significant stints in North Macedonia. He played 44 matches for Shkendija, scoring two goals and providing two assists. During his time there, he also participated in European competition, appearing in eight group stage matches in the UEFA Conference League. This background provides context for his recognition by the national coach.

The financial details surrounding Fetai’s move to Romania vary by source. Sport.ro reports that Dinamo transferred him in the summer of 2026 for 150,000 euros. Transfermarkt values the player at 700,000 euros. Prima Sport cites Sport.ro regarding the transfer fee but confirms the market value estimate.

North Macedonia has a history of strong performances in major qualifiers. In the 2022 World Cup qualification playoff, they eliminated Italy with a 1-0 away win at Palermo. The victory was secured by a stoppage-time goal from Aleksandar Trajkovski. This historical success adds weight to the current squad's ambitions in the Nations League.

Dinamo București has improved its position in the SuperLiga this season. Once fighting relegation, the club is now considered a title contender. Fetai’s call-up occurs amidst this period of growth for the club. His availability for the national team may impact his future role at Dinamo if he gains more regular playing time internationally.