Sturm Graz has made an offer for 18-year-old Serbian left-back Stefan Petrovic, but it was rejected. The Bundesliga leaders with 38 points from 22 games continue their search for defensive reinforcements.
What happened?
According to the Serbian media outlet "MozzartSport", SK Sturm Graz made an offer of €500,000 for Stefan Petrovic from Partizan Belgrad. However, the Belgraders rejected the offer and are not willing to let the young player go for that price.
Why is this important for Sturm Graz?
Sturm Graz, who are top of the Bundesliga with a one-point lead over Red Bull Salzburg, are still looking for reinforcements. The club has already presented several new signings, including the Serbian center-back Petar Petrovic, who was snatched away from a Premier League club.
What's next?
Partizan Belgrad's plans for Stefan Petrovic are still unclear. The 18-year-old made his professional debut for the Serbians in the spring and has made nine appearances. Most recently, he played all three group games for Serbia at the U19 European Championship. Whether Sturm Graz will come back with a higher offer remains to be seen.
Sturm Graz are top of the Bundesliga with 38 points from 22 games, having scored 33 goals and conceded 26. Their next match is away against Austria Wien on October 10, 2026.
