Bulgarian Football Manager Dusan Kerkez in Transfer Spotlight
The Bulgarian football world is abuzz with speculation surrounding Dusan Kerkez, the manager of Botev Plovdiv. According to reports from Mach Telegraf, Levski Sofia is preparing a move to acquire Kerkez’s services. The anticipated approach is expected to happen after the upcoming Ludogorets vs. Botev Plovdiv match, the final game of the fall season.
Levski Sofia’s interest in Kerkez comes at a time of significant upheaval for the club. The team recently faced a major setback with the 10-year ban imposed on anton Zingarevich, preventing him from entering Bulgaria. The outcome of any legal challenges to this ban remains uncertain.
While Botev Plovdiv officials maintain that Zingarevich’s ban won’t impact the team, Kerkez’s post-match comments suggest a reliance on player transfers to bolster the club’s finances. This financial constraint could significantly affect the team’s performance adn standing, currently holding a position within the top four.
Botev Plovdiv currently has a chance to claim sole possession of second place in the league, three points ahead of both Black Sea and Levski Sofia. Though, the team’s future prospects beyond the New Year remain uncertain given the financial challenges.
Mach Telegraf reports that Kerkez’s name was among the first considered by Levski Sofia’s leadership on Monday, following discussions regarding the departure of stanislav Genchev.
This situation mirrors similar challenges faced by many football clubs globally, highlighting the complex interplay between ownership, finances, and managerial changes. The outcome of this potential transfer will undoubtedly shape the landscape of Bulgarian football in the coming months.
Dusan Kerkez is the manager of Botev Plovdiv. [[1]]
He is reportedly being targeted by Levski Sofia after the Ludogorets vs. Botev Plovdiv match. [[1]]