18-Year-Old Vasiliya Kostov Valued Higher Than Entire Hapoel Be'er Sheva Squad Draws Interest from Barcelona and Arsenal
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First reported by Mako · Aug 4, 2026
What happened
Red Star Belgrade's 18-year-old midfielder Vasiliya Kostov, valued at 25 million euros, will start against Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Champions League qualifiers. Kostov has drawn interest from Barcelona, Arsenal, Inter Milan, and Juventus due to his impressive performances and potential. He has already made appearances for Serbia's senior national team and is considered the country's top young talent.
- 01Vasiliya Kostov, 18, is valued at 25 million euros, exceeding Hapoel Be'er Sheva's entire squad value.
- 02Kostov will start for Red Star Belgrade against Hapoel Be'er Sheva in Champions League qualifiers.
- 03He has scored 14 goals and assisted 7 last season, including in Europa League matches.
- 04Top clubs Barcelona, Arsenal, Inter Milan, and Juventus have shown interest in Kostov.
- 05Kostov has made three appearances for Serbia's senior national team.
- 06He is regarded as Serbia's most promising young midfielder, capable of playing multiple roles.
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