Born in Germany, Klasnic has risen to prominence in the Bundesliga with Werder Bremen, forming a deadly partnership with Germany international Miroslav Klose. The pair netted 40 goals in the season just ended, Klasnic contributing 15 to the cause. Made his international debut in early 2004, but went unused at Euro 2004 before staking his claim to become a regular starter for Croatia. Has yet to translate his club form onto the international stage, but has a strong all-round game and should be able to make his mark on familiar territory.