Fenerbahçe’s Defensive Solution: A Surprise Move with Dusan Tadic’s National Teammate
In the midst of the Super Lig season, Fenerbahçe, currently leading the league, is making strategic moves in the mid-season transfer period.
Suffering setbacks in their flawless start, especially in the defense, due to injuries to Alexander Djiku and Rodrigo Becao, Fenerbahçe’s coach İsmail Kartal has set his sights on the winter transfer window. Coach Kartal submitted a detailed transfer report, primarily emphasizing the need for a central defender in the absence of Alexander Djiku and Rodrigo Becao.
22 Years Old Serbian Defender
According to reports from Salzburger Nachrichten in Austria, one name on Fenerbahçe’s transfer list is the 22-year-old Serbian defender, Strahinja Pavlovic, currently playing for RB Salzburg. Fenerbahçe is said to be keen on Pavlovic, but faces competition from Italian Serie A giants Juventus and Roma, as well as English Premier League club Brighton.
It’s reported that Pavlovic, who also attracted attention last season, wants to leave RB Salzburg. However, the management prevented his departure in the past, and a move might materialize this season.
Having played alongside Fenerbahçe’s Dusan Tadic in the Serbian National Team, Pavlovic has earned 32 caps and scored 3 goals. Their camaraderie could be a key factor in his potential move. Pavlovic, with a market value of 25 million euros, has showcased his talent in 21 official matches this season, contributing with 2 goals and 2 assists.
As Fenerbahçe aims to strengthen its defense, the potential addition of Strahinja Pavlovic brings excitement to fans.
