Stefan Bajcetic

Manchester United's interest in Stefan Bajcetic while he was at Celta Vigo prompted Liverpool to perform a U-turn and sign the midfielder, according to his ...

In an interview with [El Mundo](https://www.elmundo.es/), Bajcetic Sr claimed that Liverpool were unwilling to sign the midfielder until they learnt of United's interest. At first, Liverpool told us that they couldn’t do it and then He explained: "Celta does not have the financial power to make professional contracts at that age. However, he has been promoted to the first team this season. He couldn’t go anywhere. Up until this season, the now 18-year-old had been progressing in the Merseyside club's youth ranks.

Manchester United could have signed Liverpool starlet Stefan Bajcetic back when he was in Celta Vigo. Bajcetic's father told El Mundo (via Sport Witness) ...

“I see him well, focused and realistic, aware that he has to push to continue there. He almost thinks more like an Englishman.” Liverpool found out and contacted us again to sign him.”

Stefan Bajcetic's father has detailed what Liverpool did to stop his son from signing for Manchester United.

[Stefan Bajcetic’s](/en-gb/topic/stefan-bajcetic/) father has detailed what Liverpool did to stop his son from signing for Manchester United, with the midfielder being approached by the Red Devils during his youth academy days at Celta Vigo. At first, Liverpool told us that they couldn’t do it, then United called us to propose a deal. [Report: Arsenal and Liverpool could have to pay £88m for 20-year-old](/en-gb/2023/02/14/report-arsenal-and-liverpool-could-have-to-pay-88m-for-20-year-old/) [Liverpool competing with Manchester United and Arsenal for forward](/en-gb/2023/02/11/liverpool-competing-with-manchester-united-and-arsenal-for-forward/)

Liverpool rising star Stefan Bajcetic could have joined rivals Manchester United in a sensational move before arriving at Anfield.

[The 18-year-old is set to be fast tracked into the La Roja senior squad in 2023, as Luis de la Fuente considers a call up in 2023](https://www.football-espana.net/2023/02/20/liverpool-starlet-stefan-bajcetic-in-the-running-for-spain-call-up), amid rumours linking him with a switch to Serbia. Liverpool found out and contacted us again to sign him. [Celta Vigo](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/celta), where the teenager came through the youth ranks, before joining Liverpool in 2022. [El Mundo](https://www.elmundo.es/). [Jurgen Klopp,](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/jurgen-klopp) since the start of 2023, and he is expected to make his first Champions League start against [Real Madrid](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/real-madrid) tomorrow. [Liverpool](https://www.caughtoffside.com/tags/premier-league/liverpool/) rising star [Stefan Bajcetic](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/stefan-bajcetic) could have joined rivals [Manchester United](https://www.caughtoffside.com/tags/premier-league/manchester-united/) in a sensational move before arriving at Anfield.

Speaking to Off the Ball, Mark Lawrenson has been discussing Liverpool's newest star, Stefan Bajcetic.

I’ve been at all of the last five or six games and he’s been outstanding and he has been the best player. He got Fabinho back at the weekend, Henderson is there as well, you need that experience, but Bajcetic is different and he’s made all of the difference,” Lawrenson said. As ever, Lawrenson didn’t want to pile the pressure on an 18-year-old by praising him too much, and while he hates to make such bold claims so early, the pundit did have to concede that he has been the Reds’ best player as of late.

Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic has been the 'shining light' for Jurgen Klopp's charges in recent weeks, Pete O'Rourke has told GMS.

“He's been the shining light for Liverpool in recent weeks. [Klopp said](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-jurgen-klopp-stefan-bajcetic-29244219) of the Spain Under-18 international. [SofaScore](https://www.sofascore.com/team/football/liverpool/44), Bajcetic made two tackles, two interceptions and one clearance against the Toffees while also winning two aerial duels and producing two key passes. He said: “It was a great performance from Bajcetic in that Liverpool midfield in a more attacking role rather than a defensive role that he’s played in recent weeks and deservedly got Player of the Match in that Merseyside Derby as well. And Klopp was even more complimentary of the teenager after he was named Player of the Match for his display against Everton in a convincing 2-0 victory at Anfield. [Liverpool](https://www.givemesport.com/tag/liverpool/) midfielder Stefan Bajcetic has been the ‘shining light’ for Jurgen Klopp’s charges in recent weeks, journalist [Pete O’Rourke](https://twitter.com/SportsPeteO?s=20) has suggested to GiveMeSport.

Liverpool legend John Aldridge thinks that Reds midfielder Stefan Bajcetic has been like a new signing for the club.

And it’s like a new signing in the January window. Aldridge conceded that the hype around the Spaniard is real and believes he has been a breath of fresh air in the team due to the passion and commitment he has shown to prove his worth. With Liverpool looking for answers in the middle of the park this season, Jurgen Klopp threw the youngster into the team in January and he has started the last four Premier League games for the Reds.

The Liverpool teenager has been in excellent form for Jurgen Klopp, winning Liverpool's player of the month award for January. Bajcetic scored at the weekend, ...

La Roja are keen not to lose out on him though, knowing that he could play for Serbia if he wanted to. Having already made his under-18 debut, he will definitely be in the under-21 squad if not. Bajcetic scored at the weekend, showing his ample technical ability but also maturity, despite his youth.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente will be at Anfield on Tuesday and Bajcetic will be one of the players he will be keeping an eye on.

Such a call-up likely wouldn’t mean instant playing time for Bajcetic, with Spain set to take on Norway and Scotland in the March international break, but it would put something of a bow on the player’s rapid rise in stature over the past few months. According to AS, Spain’s RFEF view ensuring Bajcetic stays committed to Spain in the longer term and isn’t wooed by Serbia—who the dual-nationality youngster is also eligible to play for—is a priority that could see him fast-tracked to the senior squad. His rapid ascension could be set to continue with word out of Spain that he’s one of the players national team manager Luis de la Fuente is most eager to watch in person when he attends Tuesday’s

LIVERPOOL fans were treated to a glimpse into the future as they saw their side brush aside Newcastle at St James' Park.Bossing the game in the middle.

He was always very clear about it and he has been very professional." They had no choice but to give youngsters a chance. "I'm very impressed. He never said it was complicated or that he wanted to go back. Liverpool found out and contacted us again to sign him. [Klopp](https://www.thesun.co.uk/who/jurgen-klopp/) turn to Bajcetic more in recent weeks. [Diario AS](https://as.com/futbol/seleccion/espana-a-evitar-que-bajcetic-haga-como-nico-paz-alvaro-y-garnacho-n/), the youngster called "brilliant" by Jurgen Klopp is in contention to be picked for the next international squad. [race against time](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/21391021/liverpool-beat-man-utd-brexit-sign-teenager/) to acquire Bajcetic because of Brexit. [Manchester United](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196656/manchester-united/) would have moved quicker - Bajcetic could have been playing for the Red Devils. [Brazil World Cup star Mazinho](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19184180/haaland-aubameyang-thiago-sons-better-dads-football/) - who is better known now as [Thiago Alcantara's dad.](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19409998/thiago-rafinha-brothers-photo-children/) [Real Madrid ](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1250296/real-madrid/)up next, Bajcetic will get the opportunity to prove his worth against his fellow countrymen. [Sergio Busquets ](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/21420200/al-nassr-sergio-busquets-transfer-approach-cristiano-ronaldo/)followed another commanding performance in the Merseyside derby.

Stefan Bajčetić has caught the eye in midfield for Liverpool recently and is expected to feature in the UEFA Champions League against Real Madrid on Tuesday ...

"The mix of Serbia and Spain is good for his football. Interesting that his dad and Me and my family are very proud to sign a new contract with this club. "A top player. A new deal was only deserved for Bajčetić, who has now started the last four top-flight outings for [Thiago's ](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/jurgen-klopp-liverpool-thiago-alcantara-26223451)dad played together. It is believed Celta Vigo received a fee of €250,000 to part ways with their asset. "It feels amazing. Another impressive hour or so for January's player of the month.'' [Jürgen Klopp's](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-transfer-fsg-jurgen-klopp-26273910) side. [Sign up to the Liverpool.com newsletter here — it only takes a few seconds!](https://www.liverpool.com/newsletter-preference-centre/) [Cody Gakpo](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/fsg-liverpool-trademark-gakpo-everton-26240214) and resolute defensive displays have proven pivotal to emphatic victories over fierce rivals Everton and the Magpies respectively, [Stefan Bajčetić](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/transfer-news/champions-league-liverpool-transfer-fabinho-26242243) has, undoubtedly, caught the eye in midfield.

Stefan Bajcetic's father has revealed Manchester United tried to sign the midfielder before his move to Liverpool.The 18-year-old swapped Celta Vigo.

It fills me with pride, of course, and we hope it continues like this,” Srdan continued. “Celta does not have the financial power to make professional contracts at that age. Liverpool found out and contacted us again to sign him.”

The father of Liverpool wonderkid Stefan Bajcetic has revealed how Manchester United attempted to sign the midfielder before he made the switch to Anfield.

Liverpool found out and contacted us again to sign him." [Erik ten Hag](https://www.sportbible.com/erik-ten-hag)'s side this season. [United](https://www.sportbible.com/manchester-united). [Premier League](https://www.sportbible.com/premier-league) during the 9-0 win over [Bournemouth](https://www.sportbible.com/afc-bournemouth) in August. [Jurgen Klopp](https://www.sportbible.com/jurgen-klopp) on a number of occasions. [Liverpool](https://www.sportbible.com/liverpool)'s youth team, and made rapid progress through the ranks at Anfield.

Sergio Busquets' departure will be a big moment for Barcelona. The 34-year-old has been a mainstay in the pivote role for much of the last 14 years, ...

Nevertheless, for [La Roja](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-roja), the youngster is very exciting, and will likely be part of the national team for years to come. However, it is highly unlikely due to the finances that would be involved, as Liverpool value the teenager very highly, and Barca would probably be unable to match their valuation. He is playing well beyond his years, and is someone that would be a valuable asset to the Barcelona squad. If would be worth letting him develop at Liverpool for another two or three years before a move should be considered. 18-year-old Bajcetic joined the Premier League giants from Celta Vigo in 2020, and has been a revelation this year since establishing himself in the first team fold at Anfield. Sergio Busquets’ departure will be a big moment for Barcelona.

Stefan Bajčetić received a standing ovation from the Anfield terraces as he was substituted against Everton on February 13. The teenager was named as man of ...

He remains in the infancy of his career and could quickly become an indispensable member of a side in a frantic spiral to rescue their season. He could be the solution to revitalise Liverpool’s struggling midfield and underwhelming season. In a pulsating, feverish and pressured city clash, the midfielder produced his best performance of the season. Bajčetić acted as the balancing force between Liverpool’s midfield offensive and defensive actions – a box-to-box enforcer whose nimble frame, blended with his intoxicating energy, created a technically astute and commanding central midfield presence that Liverpool have desperately lacked so far this season. When he replaced his fellow Spaniard in the Champions League group stage game against Ajax, he became Liverpool’s youngest-ever player to play in Europe – an endearing narrative for a player showing exceptional promise. He emanated maturity way beyond his years: a pillar of calmness, technique and dynamism that dictated proceedings from the middle of the park.

Liverpool have been told that they have pulled off one of the "biggest bargains in Premier League" history as Stefan Bajcetic is an "outstanding" talent.

I think he can be one of the main players for Liverpool in the future. So if Bajcetic can do that he will make himself invaluable to the team. “Injuries gave him the chance initially but since he came up from the youth team he has grasped the opportunity brilliantly. The teenager came through the ranks at Spanish side Celta Vigo but he signed for Liverpool in 2020. Bajcetic has been one of the breakout stars in the Premier League this campaign. The Spaniard has barely put a foot wrong and he shone as Liverpool beat Everton 2-0 in the Merseyside derby earlier this month.