Bayer Leverkusen sign talented young striker Aleksa Damjanović from Red Star Belgrade
Bayer Leverkusen have agreed to sign 6'5'' striker Aleksa Damjanović, who has played for Serbia's U19, from Red Star Belgrade this summer.
The 17-year-old has made 17 appearances for both Red Star and second-tier side Grafičar Belgrade in the current season, after scoring 39 goals in 47 appearances in the past two season for Red Star's U17 side.
Leverkusen managing director for sport, Simon Rolfes, said: "Aleksa is one of the most promising forward talents in Europe. He is very keen to learn and hungry for success. We are delighted to have him here at Bayer 04 from the summer."
Director of football Kim Falkenberg described the youngster as "an attacker who knows how to use his physicality brilliantly in the penalty area. He also has great finishing and heading ability."
Leverkusen are currently sixth in the Bundesliga ahead of a home encounter with St. Pauli on Matchday 22 and battling to qualify for the UEFA Champions League again before their young new striker joins at the end of the season.
Related news
Matchday 22 probable teams
With Michael Olise suspended, Jamal Musiala could make his first Bundesliga start in 10 months for Bayern away to Bremen.
Which Americans are playing in Germany?
How are the likes of Gio Reyna, Joe Scally and newcomer Malik Tillman faring in the Bundesliga in 2025/26?
German clubs in Europe: fixtures, results and draws
Seven Bundesliga teams started the season in UEFA competitions across the Champions, Europa and Conference League. Find out how they've been getting on here...