Istra 1961 is entering a new period of reduced budget and stronger focus on developing young players. At an informal meeting with journalists, the club's management confirmed that the budget will be reduced and that the club will give a bigger role to young footballers from its own academy. Branko Devide Vincenti, the club's president, stated that the decision to reduce the budget was made after an assessment by the Basque owners. Saša Bjelanović, the sports director, explained that the club will give a bigger role to young footballers from Istra's academy and Alavés B. Mikel Lauzurica Evolet, the executive director, confirmed that the club will rely on the development of young players and will give a bigger role to young footballers in the future. Istra 1961 wants to become a development team and give a chance to young footballers to develop and become standard players. Josip Radošević is leaving the club because he does not fit into the vision of the new coach. There are offers for Taraba, Maurić, Frederiksen, Kolić, and Rozić. Advan Kadušić will not have any obstacles to leave if he wants to. The club would support him in that case. Istra 1961 is entering a new period and wants to become a better and more successful club.