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Red Star’s clash with FCSB could be decisive for the Europa League play-off race — and a key audition for in-demand left-back Young-woo Seol.
Tonight’s Europa League meeting between Red Star Belgrade and FCSB carries far more weight than the battle for points alone. It may also serve as a major audition for Young-woo Seol, one of the Serbian champions’ most sought-after players.
Red Star enter the match with four points, while the Romanian side have three, making this a crucial showdown in the race for a place in the Europa League play-off round. A victory would be a huge step toward extending their European campaign.
Beyond the competitive stakes, the game offers significant exposure for Red Star’s squad, with numerous scouts from across Europe expected in the stands. The spotlight will be brightest on Young-woo Seol, the 26-year-old South Korean international left-back, who has been on the radar of several major clubs.
Interest dates back to the summer, when he was in talks with Sheffield United, while Fenerbahçe were also mentioned as a potential destination as they search for a long-term solution at left-back.
According to Maxbet Sport, Mainz have now entered the race. Their representatives have attended several recent Red Star matches to monitor the defender, and tonight’s clash is expected to be another opportunity to assess him live.
Red Star are fully aware of the growing interest. Any decision regarding a possible transfer — considering his release clause and additional offers from Belgium and the Netherlands — is expected after the autumn portion of the season concludes in mid-December. Until then, the focus remains solely on Europe and the decisive encounter with FCSB.