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Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Andrej Bacanin makes Celtic transfer intentions clear amid Rangers claim as direct link with Lennon Miller emerges
In-demand Andrej Bacanin has added fuel to reported interest from Celtic after the rising star made a beeline for the Premiership champions on social media. The 18-year-old rising Serbian midfielder is expected to leave current club Cukaricki in the next 10 days with the club's sporting director Vladimir Matijašević revealing both Brendan Rodgers' side and Rangers had phoned about Bacanin. But it appears Bacanin only has eyes for Celtic as he started following the Premiership champions on Instagram after Cukaricki had received a call from Glasgow's east end. READ MORE: Russell Martin must realise Rangers dissenters will be dressed in blue and here's the sour truth – Keith Jackson READ MORE: Ianis Hagi shows true colours as Rangers hero gives ex SPFL rival priceless words of advice after box office transfer Matijašević - speaking to the Serbian media – said: "There is a lot of interest in our young players, and the current focus is on the transfer of Andrej Bačanin. He attracted the attention of numerous clubs with his performances for our team last season, as well as for the Serbian national team at his age. "We had calls from Scottish giants Celtic and Rangers, Ajax, Udinese, and some other teams are interested... It is possible that other options will emerge, and I expect the transfer to be completed in the next 10 days. I expect this to be another big exit transfer for Čukarički, which would cover our club's budget." And Celtic's interest in Bacanin comes with the versatile star ranking similarly to Scottish starlet Lennon Miller in a host of key categories - with DataMB ranking both inside the top six midfielders in their age range when it comes to key passes in the final third. Rodgers has been a long-time admirer of the Motherwell standout, however, it appears Miller has his heart set on a move abroad. And that's where Bacanin comes in as he is ranked similarly to Miller and Olympiacos prodigy Christos Mouzakitis. Follow Record Sport on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all of the up-to-the minute breaking news, video and audio on the SPFL, the Scotland national team and beyond. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Celtic page, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to your phone. Join our Celtic community here. Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football
Glasgow Times
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Celtic, Rangers and others enquire about Serbian wonderkid
The 18-year-old midfielder has impressed for Cukaricki in his homeland as well as at youth level for Serbia and is ranked alongside Motherwell's Lennon Miller as one of the best players at their age in Europe. He plays as a defensive midfielder and broke into his club's first team last season, while still 17, after starring for their under 19s. Interest is growing in him and Bacanin was left out of his side's season-opening 1-0 victory over Napredak. Manager Vladimir Matijasevic says calls have been fielded from interested parties Celtic, Rangers, Ajax, Udinese and some others. Read more: He expects the player to leave in the next 10 days. Speaking on the Cukaricki website, he said: "There is a lot of interest in our young players, and currently the focus is on the transfer of Andrej Bačanin. "He attracted the attention of numerous clubs by playing for our team last season, but also for the Serbian national team at his age. "We had calls from the Scottish giants Celtic and Rangers, Ajax, Udinese, and some other teams are interested. It is possible that some other options will appear, and I expect the transfer to be realized in the next ten days. "I expect that this will be another big outgoing transfer of Cukaricki, which would cover the budget of our club." Both clubs have shown an interest in Lennon Miller but with Motherwell demanding top dollar and the player keen on heading overseas, Bacanin could be a cheaper alternative.
Daily Record
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Andrej Bacanin makes Celtic transfer intentions clear amid Rangers claim as direct link with Lennon Miller emerges
The 18-year-old rising Serbian midfielder is expected to leave current club Cukaricki in the next 10 days and the Premiership champions are keen In-demand Andrej Bacanin has added fuel to reported interest in Celtic after the rising star made a beeline for the Premiership champions on social media. The 18-year-old rising Serbian midfielder is expected to leave current club Cukaricki in the next 10 days with the club's sporting director Vladimir Matijašević revealing both Brendan Rodgers' side and Rangers had phoned about Bacanin. But it appears Bacanin only has eyes for Celtic as he started following the Premiership champions on Instagram after Cukaricki had received a call from Glasgow's east end. Matijašević - speaking to the Serbian media – said: He stated: "There is a lot of interest in our young players, and the current focus is on the transfer of Andrej Bačanin. He attracted the attention of numerous clubs with his performances for our team last season, as well as for the Serbian national team at his age. "We had calls from Scottish giants Celtic and Rangers, Ajax, Udinese, and some other teams are interested... It is possible that other options will emerge, and I expect the transfer to be completed in the next 10 days. I expect this to be another big exit transfer for Čukarički, which would cover our club's budget." And Celtic's interest in Bacanin comes with the versatile star ranking similarly to Scottish starlet Lennon Miller in a host of key categories - with DataMB ranking both inside the top six midfielders in their age range when it comes to key passes in the final third. Rodgers has been a long-time admirer of the Motherwell standout, however, it appears Miller has his heart set on a move abroad. And that's where Bacanin comes in as he is ranked similarly to Miller and Olympiacos prodigy Christos Mouzakitis You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Celtic page, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to your phone. Join our Celtic community here.
Scottish Sun
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Celtic and Rangers in hunt for Serbian starlet Andrej Bacanin with transfer set to be completed ‘in the next 10 days'
Other European heavyweights are also interested in the teenager OLD FIRM FIGHT Celtic and Rangers in hunt for Serbian starlet Andrej Bacanin with transfer set to be completed 'in the next 10 days' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RANGERS and Celtic are both said to be in the hunt for Serbian teenage prospect, Andrej Bacanin. And a deal for the central midfielder is expected to be completed 'in the next 10 days', with Euro giants Ajax and Udinese also credited with an interest. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Andrej Bacanin is being trailed by both Rangers and Celtic. Image: FK Cukaricki Bacanin, 18, is a highly-rated prospect currently on the books of Serbian Super League side FK Cukaricki – but was left out of their league opener against Napretka as transfer speculation rises. Sporting director Vladimir Matijasevic revealed that Bacanin and defender Vojin Serafmovic are both expected to rake in millions for the club in the coming weeks. Bacanin is the one of the two more in demand, with Matijasevic claiming both Rangers and Celtic lead the queue for his signature. He told the Cukaricki website: 'There is a lot of interest in our young players, and currently the focus is on the transfer of Andrej Bačanin. 'He attracted the attention of numerous clubs by playing for our team last season but also for the Serbian national team at his age. 'We had calls from the Scottish giants Celtic and Rangers, Ajax, Udinese, and some other teams are interested. 'It is possible that some other options will appear, and I expect the transfer to be realized in the next ten days. "I expect that this will be another big outgoing transfer of Cukaricki, which would cover the budget of our club.' The Serbia under-19 cap is valued at around £430,000 (500,000 Euros) by football data specialists Transfermarkt although a transfer bidding war could see that price tag rise dramatically. The player was talked up glowingly last year by a Serbian football scout – who compared him to Bayern Munich's young star, Alexsandar Pavlovic. Edouard to return and Schmeichel's last year at Celtic Plus Munteanu LATEST They wrote on X: 'One of the most intriguing young midfield talents we have is 17-year-old Andrej Bačanin. 'A true midfield controller - the type of player our senior NT lacks and who could become a game-changer for us in time. 'A capable passer with both feet, including first-time passes. 'Mostly played short and medium passes here but has that range too. 'Comfortable with his back to goal, progressive, a line-breaker when possible. Go Ballistic - SunSport's new podcast SUNSPORT is going Ballistic with the launch of our brilliant new podcast. Every day of the Euros host Roger Hannah will bring you all the latest news and views from the Scotland camp in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. He will be joined by our men in Germany - Bill Leckie, Robert Grieve and Derek McGregor. And there will also be special guest appearances from our Euro 2024 columnist Gordon Strachan, regular columnist Kris Boyd and bookie basher Jim Delahunt. You can watch every episode on our website or our brand new YouTube channel. What are you waiting for, it's time to Go Ballistic! 'Smart, aware, composed. Basically, the Serbian version of A. Pavlović. 'Recently made his senior debut for Čukarički, featuring in 3 matches. 'Hopefully he's their next project, unlike some other talents stagnating due to a lack of chances. Bačanin shouldn't stay too long in Serbia.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
