It is reported that Borussia Dortmund are prepared to pursue 18-year-old Serbian midfielder Vasilije Kostov, and that the potential transfer fee could be as high as 25,000,000 euros. The German club views Kostov as a possible replacement in midfield, especially should Julian Brandt leave. This interest is part of Dortmund's plan to return to a policy of signing young players for development and future profit.
The club's sports sector, led by Ole Buk and coach Niko Kovac, has a wider list of targets, but Kostov is considered a particularly interesting option for their long-term project. Interest in the player is not new and has persisted, and Zvezda might be willing to negotiate if a serious offer is submitted, potentially leading to one of the club's largest sales in recent years. Kostov, who has one cap for Serbia, is under contract with Red Star Belgrade until June 2028. His current market value is €18.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Arsenal and Inter have also been associated with the midfielder.
