Slovan Bratislava’s Record-Breaking Transfer Saga: Could David Shatter Šporar’s Legacy?
BRATISLAVA — Five years ago, Slovan bratislava made history. The Slovakian club received a transfer fee for one player that surpassed anything they had seen in over a decade. Slovenian striker Andraž Šporar moved to Sporting Lisbon in January 2020 for a staggering €6-7 million, including bonuses. This deal catapulted Šporar to the top of the list of the most expensive players ever transferred from the slovak league abroad.
Today, Slovan Bratislava finds itself on the brink of another record-breaking moment. According to the Scottish Daily Record,Celtic Glasgow is prepared to pay £8 million (approximately €9.5 million) for the club’s star striker, David.If the deal goes through, it would not only surpass Šporar’s transfer but also set a new benchmark for Slovak football.
Though, Slovan Bratislava’s CEO, Ivan Kmotrík Junior, remains cautious. “If David leaves, it will certainly be a Slovak record. in the situation we are in today, though, I do not see it as realistic that he would leave in the winter transfer period,” Kmotrík stated last week.
The club’s reluctance to part with their star player is understandable.David has been a pivotal figure in Slovan Bratislava’s recent successes, and his departure could significantly weaken the team. “Our goal is to keep the cadre together and fulfill our goal. That means defending the title. If David would leave,it would be a noticeable weakening for us,” Kmotrík emphasized in an interview with Sportnet.
Earlier, FC Middlesbrough, a second-tier English team, expressed interest in David. Though, Slovan Bratislava turned down their offer of around €6 million, deeming it insufficient. With Celtic Glasgow’s reported bid on the table, the question remains: will this be the irresistible offer that finaly convinces slovan Bratislava to part ways with their star striker?
Key transfer Details
| Player | Transfer To | Transfer Fee | Year |
|———————|———————–|————————|———-|
| Andraž Šporar | Sporting Lisbon | €6-7 million | 2020 |
| David | Celtic Glasgow (rumored) | £8 million (€9.5 million) | 2025 |
As the winter transfer window unfolds, all eyes are on Slovan Bratislava and their prized striker. Will David’s potential move to Celtic Glasgow rewrite slovak football history? Only time will tell.
For now, Slovan Bratislava remains focused on their immediate goals, with David at the heart of their ambitions. As Kmotrík aptly put it, “Our goal is to keep the cadre together and fulfill our goal.”
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
