The Radar Is Scanning

Crvena zvezda continues its aggressive summer shopping spree. Just as the Serbian champions hover on the brink of securing Israeli midfielder Abu Fani, another name illuminates their transfer radar. This time, the target wears the colors of Hungarian giants Ferencváros. The spotlight falls on Lenly Džozef, the Haitian international who tore through defenses last season.

A Battle of Interests

According to French daily L'Équipe, the red-and-whites are monitoring Džozef closely. But they are not alone. Interest spills across borders. Belgian clubs circle, and Monca, fresh from a return to Serie A, has entered the fray. This is not a quiet auction; this is a European tug-of-war for a physical, dynamic forward.

Why Džozef Matters

Currently, a central striker is not the top priority at Ljutice Bogdana. Yet, Zvezda thinks long-term. Džozef represents a potential successor to Bruno Duarte, should the summer bring upheaval. The 24-year-old delivered a sensational campaign for Ferencváros: 16 goals and 10 assists across all competitions. His performance against Portuguese side Braga, featuring a goal and an assist in a 2-0 win, signaled his elite potential.

Previously, FC Basel attempted a winter move, but Ferencváros rejected the bid to maintain title hopes. Džozef arrived from Grenoble in early 2025, with stops at Metz and Boulogne behind him. Crucially, he holds French citizenship alongside his Haitian passport. In Europe, this means he is not classified as a foreign player, a massive advantage for squad registration. With a spot on Haiti’s World Cup squad imminent, his market value could skyrocket. Will Zvezda strike first?