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Kristiyan Balov leaving Slavia Sofia?
Kristiyan Balov will continue his career at Red Star Belgrade. The president of Slavia, Ventseslav Stefanov, stated to Sportal.bg that a new offer was received from Belgrade at midnight the previous night, after which the details were finalized. He added that all parties are satisfied, including Slavia, Red Star, and Kristiyan. Stefanov also said that this is an opportunity for the player and that Kristiyan might undergo medical examinations in Belgrade the following day.
Kristiyan Balov will continue his career at Red Star Belgrade. The president of Slavia, Ventseslav Stefanov, stated to Sportal.bg that a new offer was received from Belgrade at midnight the previous night, after which the details were finalized. He added that all parties are satisfied, including Slavia, Red Star, and Kristiyan. Stefanov also said that this is an opportunity for the player and that Kristiyan might undergo medical examinations in Belgrade the following day.
Information has emerged that Kristiyan Balov will travel to Belgrade in the coming days to sign a personal contract with a Serbian giant. Slavia's president, Ventseslav Stefanov, stated that no agreement has been reached between 'the Whites' and Red Star Belgrade and that there is no development on this issue. Stefanov stated he would be happy for Kristiyan to join the club, which he described as a European brand, but said the terms need to be improved. He added that if the terms are improved, Slavia would begin talks.
Information has emerged that Kristiyan Balov will travel to Belgrade in the coming days to sign a personal contract with a Serbian giant. Slavia's president, Ventseslav Stefanov, stated that no agreement has been reached between 'the Whites' and Red Star Belgrade and that there is no development on this issue. Stefanov stated he would be happy for Kristiyan to join the club, which he described as a European brand, but said the terms need to be improved. He added that if the terms are improved, Slavia would begin talks.
According to Sofia's 'Tema Sport', an agreement between Red Star Belgrade and Slavia Sofia was reached, and the final decision was made by Kristijan Balov, who decided to continue his career at the 'Rajko Mitić' stadium after considering several offers. The same source claims Kristijan Balov had other options, as his performances had attracted the attention of several European clubs, including Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen, Trabzonspor, LASK Linz, and Ludogorets.
According to Sofia's 'Tema Sport', an agreement between Red Star Belgrade and Slavia Sofia was reached, and the final decision was made by Kristijan Balov, who decided to continue his career at the 'Rajko Mitić' stadium after considering several offers. The same source claims Kristijan Balov had other options, as his performances had attracted the attention of several European clubs, including Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen, Trabzonspor, LASK Linz, and Ludogorets.
According to Sportal.rs, Red Star Belgrade has reached an agreement for Kristiyan Balov, and Balov will sign a four-year contract with Red Star Belgrade for a transfer fee of 2,500,000 euros.
According to Sportal.rs, Red Star Belgrade has reached an agreement for Kristiyan Balov, and Balov will sign a four-year contract with Red Star Belgrade for a transfer fee of 2,500,000 euros.
Sportal reports that Red Star Belgrade will pay 2,500,000 EUR as compensation to Slavia Sofia. Balov was born in 2006 and usually plays as a left winger. This season, Balov has played 33 matches, scored six goals, and made seven assists. According to the report, Balov is expected to become the next reinforcement for Red Star Belgrade.
Sportal reports that Red Star Belgrade will pay 2,500,000 EUR as compensation to Slavia Sofia. Balov was born in 2006 and usually plays as a left winger. This season, Balov has played 33 matches, scored six goals, and made seven assists. According to the report, Balov is expected to become the next reinforcement for Red Star Belgrade.
Ventseslav Stefanov stated that Balov has attracted serious interest and might be sold this summer. Stefanov also specified that this interest comes from European clubs from major leagues scheduled to play in European tournaments, and not from Bulgarian clubs.
Ventseslav Stefanov stated that Balov has attracted serious interest and might be sold this summer. Stefanov also specified that this interest comes from European clubs from major leagues scheduled to play in European tournaments, and not from Bulgarian clubs.
Slavia's president, Ventseslav Stefanov, stated to Sportal.bg that Kristiyan Balov can only be transferred abroad and ruled out the possibility of the 19-year-old winger joining any of the leading teams in the efbet League. He said that Balov can only continue his career abroad and that a move to Ludogorets will not happen, adding that it does not matter who wants it.
Slavia's president, Ventseslav Stefanov, stated to Sportal.bg that Kristiyan Balov can only be transferred abroad and ruled out the possibility of the 19-year-old winger joining any of the leading teams in the efbet League. He said that Balov can only continue his career abroad and that a move to Ludogorets will not happen, adding that it does not matter who wants it.
Kristiyan Balov stated that he is unable to say if he will remain at Slavia, noting that one month is left until the end. The player said the most important thing is to be healthy and that everything else will be resolved. He added that he wants to make a transfer abroad as quickly as possible to develop his skills.
Kristiyan Balov stated that he is unable to say if he will remain at Slavia, noting that one month is left until the end. The player said the most important thing is to be healthy and that everything else will be resolved. He added that he wants to make a transfer abroad as quickly as possible to develop his skills.
Kristiyan Balov stated that he hopes to make a transfer somewhere abroad and that hopefully it will happen.
Kristiyan Balov stated that he hopes to make a transfer somewhere abroad and that hopefully it will happen.
Journalist Ben Jacobs reports on the increased interest in 19-year-old Bulgarian winger Kristiyan Balov of Slavia Sofia. Ludogorets, Rakow, and several established European clubs are interested in signing him. The Bulgaria U21 international has a contract until June 2027 and has contributed 2 goals and 3 assists in 19 league appearances this season. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €500k. In January 2026, it was reported that Ludogorets had an offer rejected for the player, whose value was suggested to be under €2,000,000.
Journalist Ben Jacobs reports on the increased interest in 19-year-old Bulgarian winger Kristiyan Balov of Slavia Sofia. Ludogorets, Rakow, and several established European clubs are interested in signing him. The Bulgaria U21 international has a contract until June 2027 and has contributed 2 goals and 3 assists in 19 league appearances this season. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €500k. In January 2026, it was reported that Ludogorets had an offer rejected for the player, whose value was suggested to be under €2,000,000.
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