AS Monaco in advanced talks to bring Partizan centre-back Strahinja Pavlovic
is reportedly nearing a move to AS Monaco.
According to the football transfer rumours in Italian media, AS Monaco are in advanced talks to bring Partizan centre-back Strahinja Pavlovic.
The 18-year-old has been subject to interest from various European clubs.
Pavlovic made 45 appearances across all competitions for Partizan, scoring one goal and supplying two assists in return.
The 18-year-old has been touted as one of the brightest young prospects in Serbia.
Strahinja Pavlovic has represented Serbia at Under-16, Under-17, Under-19 and Under-21 level, winning 21 caps and scoring two goals.
His performances have seen him become the target of many European clubs including Monaco.
Strahinja Pavlovic is widely regarded as a key transfer target for Monaco this winter.
AS Monaco have built a reputation for recruiting young talent from within Europe, predominantly targeting those with sell-on value and immense potential.
The Monaco manager has been impressed by his performances this season and could make a move this winter.
According to Calciomercato, “French Ligue 1 outfit AS Monaco are closing in on the signing of Serbian club FK Partizan’s young centre-back Strahinja Pavlovic. Les Rouges et Blancs are currently in the market to sign a player who can bolster their defensive unit for the rest of the campaign. As per the latest development, the club’s hierarchy have identified the 18-year-old as a perfect fit for the role and have already agreed a fee of €10 million with Partizan for the permanent signing of the player.”
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If Pavlovic turns out to be a star like many expect, it could be one of the club’s smartest transfers.
Signing the 18-year-old in the winter transfer window would be a masterstroke from Leonardo Jardim.
Will Strahinja Pavlovic be a AS Monaco player soon? Only time will tell.
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