Brighton among clubs keen on Red Star midfielder Andrija Maksimovic

The football world is buzzing with news of Andrija Maksimovic, a 17-year-old midfielder from Red Star Belgrade, who is attracting attention from some of Europe’s top clubs. According to recent reports from BILD chief Christian Falk, Brighton, Liverpool, and Manchester City are all keen on securing the young talent’s services.

Maksimovic, the son of former Serbian footballer Mirko Maksimovic, has showcased exceptional skills from a young age. He developed through the ranks at Red Star Belgrade, where he had a standout season in the 2022/2023 campaign. During that time, he scored an impressive 29 goals in just 25 appearances for the club’s Under-17 team, highlighting his potential as a prolific goal-scorer.

In the current season, Maksimovic has made his mark in the senior team, appearing in 12 matches and contributing significantly with 3 goals and 4 assists. His performance has not gone unnoticed, leading to his debut for the Serbia national team on October 12, 2024, during a UEFA Nations League match against Switzerland. Coming on as a substitute for Aleksandar Mitrović in the 74th minute, he played a part in Serbia’s 2-0 victory, further establishing his reputation on an international stage.

While the interest from elite clubs like Liverpool and Manchester City is undoubtedly flattering, Maksimovic and his representatives are reportedly cautious about making a move to either club. They fear that a transfer to such high-profile teams could be too significant of a leap at this stage in his career. This sentiment opens the door for Brighton, who appear to be in a stronger position to secure his signature. A potential deal is estimated to be around €15 million.

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Brighton isn’t alone in the chase for Maksimovic; Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt is also a competitor for his signature. Furthermore, Borussia Dortmund have expressed interest, known for their successful track record in developing young talent. This means that Maksimovic will have several options to consider as he weighs the next steps in his career.

As the transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Maksimovic. His future club could shape not only his career but also influence the dynamics of the teams vying for his talents. Whether he chooses to stay in Serbia to develop further or make the leap to a bigger league remains to be seen. However, one thing is clear: Andrija Maksimovic is a name to watch in the coming years as he continues to rise through the ranks of football.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.