The Super Eagles defender approaches the transfer of Red Star Belgrade

The Single Eagles defender, Franklin Tebo, is now approaching a transfer to Red Star Belgrade, with only medical tests and the remaining official announcement to seal the transfer.

The movement is mainly driven by Tebo’s desire to join the red star of Belgrade, instead of Sarpsborg’s will to let him go. Norwegian media outlet ‘Nettavisen‘He reported that

Tebo, 25, was absent from training on Thursday, and the club administration was visibly discontent with the situation.

Sarpsborg will receive 40 million Norwegian Kroner (approximately 3.6 million euros) from Red Star Belgrade, which exceeds the previous reports of the Serbian media.

It has been reported that Red Star has been interested in Tebo for a long time, and after Sarpsborg initially rejected his proposal, the Serbian club returned with an improved offer.

The sources indicate that all the parties involved trust that the agreement, which would see that the player moves from a contract that will last until the end of 2027, will be ended in the next few days.

The transfer is expected to provide Tebo, which has a market value of € 1.00 million according to TransfermarktWith the opportunity to compete at a higher level, potentially in the Champions League.

Despite Sarpsborg’s reluctance to sell to the Nigerian defender, Tebo is determined to make the transfer quickly occur to ensure more game and training opportunities.

He has already addressed a flight to Belgrade, with the aim of supporting Red Star Belgrade in his match of the Champions League against Cyprus Paphs.