Scottish Giants Celtic & Rangers Chase Serbian Prodigy Andrej Bacanin in High-Stakes Transfer Race
18-year-old Serbian midfielder Andrej Bacanin sparks bidding war between Celtic, Rangers, and European clubs as Cukaricki confirms imminent transfer within 10 days.
Emerging Talent Attracts Cross-Border Attention
FK Čukarički sporting director Vladimir Matijasevic has revealed intense interest in Serbian U-19 international Andrej Bacanin, with Glasgow rivals Celtic and Rangers leading a European chase for the teenage sensation. The defensive midfielder's potential transfer could be finalized within 10 days, potentially becoming Čukaricki's most lucrative sale this season.
Key Developments:
- Bacanin omitted from Čukaricki's season opener amid transfer talks
- 2022-23 stats: 11 starts + 8 sub appearances (Serbian SuperLiga)
- 10 caps for Serbia U-19 national team
- Ajax and Udinese join Old Firm clubs in pursuit
Scouting Report The 18-year-old anchor man has demonstrated:
- Exceptional positional awareness in defensive transitions
- 83% pass accuracy in high-pressure situations
- 2.3 interceptions per 90 minutes (league average: 1.7)
Financial Implications Matijasevic confirmed: "This transfer would secure our club's financial objectives," suggesting a fee potentially exceeding Čukaricki's record €3.5m sale of Strahinja Pavlović to Monaco.
European Transfer Landscape
- Celtic seeking long-term replacement for captain Callum McGregor
- Rangers rebuilding midfield after departure of Glen Kamara
- Ajax continuing strategy of recruiting Balkan prospects
Related Transfer Updates
- Marco Tilio completes loan move to Melbourne City
- Nicolas Kühn becomes Celtic's first January signing
- Rangers close in on Lens midfielder Oscar Cortés
Club Background Čukarički (2022-23 finish: 9th in 16-team SuperLiga) has become a proven developer of youth talent, having produced current Serbia internationals Nemanja Maksimović and Luka Adžić.
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