Expected window: January 2027
Vasilije Kostov to Coventry City
Last update: 3 days ago
Evidence score
Coventry City are among several English clubs tracking Red Star Belgrade midfielder Vasilije Kostov, whose contract runs to June 2028. The interest was first reported on 9 October, when Ontheminute said Coventry were keeping tabs on Kostov.
- Independent sources10/40
1 independent source (max 4); 1 other outlet only repeats someone else's reporting
- Source track record10/25
The independent sources have no history yet (assumed 40%)
- Deal stage0/25
Stage: interest
- How recent10/10
Last update 3 days ago
What we know
Coventry City are among several English clubs tracking Red Star Belgrade midfielder Vasilije Kostov, whose contract runs to June 2028. The interest was first reported on 9 October, when Ontheminute said Coventry were keeping tabs on Kostov.
The same outlet expanded the scope, adding Birmingham City to the list of interested parties. On 22 October, the Coventry Telegraph echoed the claim, attributing it to Ontheminute. On 31 October, Ontheminute reported that Bournemouth had joined the race alongside Coventry and Birmingham.
Key findings
- First report: 9 Oct 2026, Ontheminute.com.
- 1 independent source behind it (Ontheminute.com); 1 other outlet only repeats earlier reporting.
- Best-rated independent source: Ontheminute.com.
- Deal stage reached by a counted source: interest.
- No second independent source corroborates it.
- Latest evidence: 3 days ago.
Who reported it
| Outlet | Tier | What they said | Track record | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontheminute.com 31/10/2026 | Tier 3 · Secondary | Bournemouth have joined Coventry City and Birmingham City in tracking Red Star Belgrade midfielder Vasilije Kostov. Stage: interest | No history yet | Original source |
| Ontheminute.com 20/10/2026 | Tier 3 · Secondary | Coventry City have been tracking the teenager's progress alongside Birmingham City. Stage: interest | No history yet | Original source |
| Ontheminute.com 09/10/2026 | Tier 3 · Secondary | Coventry City are keeping tabs on Red Star Belgrade midfielder Vasilije Kostov as they assess potential future additions. Stage: interest | No history yet | Original source |
| Coventry Telegraph 22/10/2026 | Tier 3 · Secondary | Coventry City are following Vasilije Kostov's rapid rise as they assess potential future additions. Stage: interest | No history yet | Cites Ontheminute.com |
Timeline
- 31 Oct 2026 · Ontheminute.comBournemouth have joined Coventry City and Birmingham City in tracking Red Star Belgrade midfielder Vasilije Kostov.
First-hand report. Stage: interest
- 22 Oct 2026 · Coventry TelegraphCoventry City are following Vasilije Kostov's rapid rise as they assess potential future additions.
Repeats reporting attributed to Ontheminute.com. Stage: interest
- 20 Oct 2026 · Ontheminute.comCoventry City have been tracking the teenager's progress alongside Birmingham City.
First-hand report. Stage: interest
- 09 Oct 2026 · Ontheminute.comCoventry City are keeping tabs on Red Star Belgrade midfielder Vasilije Kostov as they assess potential future additions.
First-hand report. Stage: interest
Does Coventry City need him?
Attacking Midfield: the attacking midfielders Coventry City already have, from their squad list, and who they brought in there over the last two seasons. Facts only: we do not judge the need.
Current attacking midfielders (1)
| Player | Position | Age | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Rudoni | Attacking Midfield | 25 | 30 Jun 2028 |
Recent signings in this position
None in the last two seasons.
Is it still alive?
- First report
- 09 Oct 2026
- Latest report
- 31 Oct 2026 (2 days ago)
- Transfer window
- January 2027: shuts in 91 days
The window the reports point to. If the move has not happened 10 days after it shuts, the dossier closes as not done.
Contract and fee
- Contract until
- June 2028
- Reported fee
- —
No outlet has quoted a figure for this move yet. We never estimate one.
Also linked with
Score over time
Player profile
- Full name
- Василије Костов
- Age
- 18
- Agent
- Unnak Sports