Dušan Tadić and Zvezdan Terzić: The Transfer Saga That Ignites Passions!
Will Dušan Tadić, one of Serbia’s greatest footballers ever, finally don the Red Star Belgrade jersey? The saga that has been dragging on for weeks has taken new twists, and Zvezdan Terzić, the general director of Red Star, is not giving up on trying to bring the legendary Serbian captain to Marakana.
Tadić is not rushing, but Red Star is waiting
Although Tadić has not made a final decision about continuing his career, it is clear that a return to Serbian football is not at the top of his list. According to Kurir’s sources, he does not plan to return to the Serbian SuperLiga but is considering options in Russia, Italy, Spain, or the USA. Still, Terzić is optimistic and claims that Red Star’s offer was more than tempting – a three-year contract, financial terms that would make him the highest-paid athlete in Serbian sports history, and a plan for his future coaching career.
Terzić reveals: “I know when you were born, son, come to Red Star!”
In an interview with Arena Sport, Terzić revealed that he had a working lunch with Tadić, which was not an official meeting but was full of honesty and friendship. “I’ve known Duća since he was born, he is the son of my friend from Bačke Topole. I told him: ‘I know when you were born, son, come to Red Star!'” Terzić said, emphasizing how Tadić’s professionalism and creativity would elevate the entire team to a higher level.
Why is Tadić refusing Red Star?
The reasons are clear – Tadić has spent 15 years playing at the highest level abroad and wants to continue in an environment where he can still perform at a top level for several more years. He believes the Serbian SuperLiga is currently not at that level, although Terzić believes the situation will improve. Tadić has declined offers from Red Star, Qarabağ, and Panathinaikos because he has different plans to continue his career in one of the four mentioned countries.
Red Star dreams of the Tadić-Katai-Ivanić trio
Terzić especially highlighted how powerful it would be to pair Tadić with Katai and Ivanić – three football maestros with Serbian passports. “That would be a real treasure for Red Star!” Terzić said but admitted it’s not easy to convince players to come to the SuperLiga because the league’s quality is still below their expectations.
What’s next?
Terzić said Red Star’s doors remain open until September 1st and that they will not pressure Tadić. “Let him think, he has time. We want him, but we understand his fears.” Also, Red Star is preparing for the third qualifying round of the Champions League in early August, where they will need every quality player.
Conclusion: Will Tadić change his mind?
Although Dušan Tadić’s decision, according to Kurir, is final and he will not play for Red Star, Terzić is not giving up on trying to bring him. This transfer saga is far from over and will surely be the number one topic in Serbian football in the coming weeks.
Got your own take on this football drama? Think Tadić made the right call or not? Drop a comment below – let’s see who’s for or against the transfer of the year! Who knows, maybe your conspiracy theory or fan dream will come true.
Source: Kurir.rs
