Ahmed Hadžimujović scouting report: the ‘new Vidić’ and the file behind a rejected Bochum bid
| Mevki | Centre-Back |
|---|---|
| Kulüp | FK Novi Pazar |
| Uyruk | Serbia |
| Yaş | 18 |
| Doğum | 17.08.2007 |
| Boy | 1.90 m |
| Ayak | Right |
| Piyasa Değeri | €2.8-3.0M |
| Sözleşme | 30.06.2027 ⚠ |
| Rol | Modern Ball-Carrying CB ⭐ |
Overview
Ahmed Hadžimujović, born 17 August 2007 in Novi Pazar, is a 1.90 m right-footed centre-back — the city’s own product and by far the squad’s most valuable player. Promoted before turning 18, his official debut came in July 2025 Conference League qualifying; his first full season delivered 32 Superliga games (35 in all competitions) and a first goal against Partizan in May 2026.
The Serbian and Sandžak press call him “the new Vidić from Novi Pazar”: aggressive yet elegant, carrying the ball out, aerially dominant, a leader beyond his years. A childhood spell as a No.6 explains the footwork; long throw-ins are an extra weapon.
The transfer front is live: VfL Bochum made an official bid — €650K fixed + €200K bonuses + a 5% sell-on, a four-year contract — and Pazar rejected it. Brentford, RB Salzburg, Udinese, Basel, Sturm Graz and Partizan track him. He started at the 2026 U19 EURO in Wales for Serbia; his Bosniak roots keep a BiH option in the press.
Transfer Status (July 2026)
| Party | Position |
|---|---|
| VfL Bochum | Official bid: €650K + €200K bonuses + 5% sell-on — REJECTED |
| Novi Pazar | “Worth much more”; a €1M+ sale expected (club record ~€900K) |
| Radar | Brentford (leading), RB Salzburg, Udinese, Basel, Sturm Graz, Partizan |
The contract runs to 30.06.2027: the club’s pricing power is limited to this season — structural sale pressure grows toward winter.
| İstatistik | Değer | Persentil |
|---|---|---|
| League apps | 32 | — |
| Goals | 1 | — |
| Assists | 1 | — |
| Yellows | 4 | — |
| Rating | 6.8 | 68 |
| U19 caps | 11 | — |
Assessment
| Strengths | Development Areas |
|---|---|
| A full 32-game season load at 18 | Minutes/duel splits not public |
| A 1.90 m frame + build-up carrying | One full season — year-two confirmation pending |
| A U19 EURO starting spot — an international showcase | The SRB/BiH allegiance question can produce noise |
| The 2027 contract pushes the seller to the table | The club’s €1M+ ask contains negotiation margin |
Verdict
A full 32-game season from an 18-year-old CB + an international tournament showcase + a rejected official bid: the price curve points one way. The 2027 contract structurally breaks the seller's resistance.
The €1.5-2.5M band is low-risk at Bundesliga/Premier League scale; a pre-winter-window agreement beats the summer competition on price.
FAQ
Who is Ahmed Hadžimujović?
A centre-back born 17 August 2007 in Novi Pazar; 32 Superliga games at 18 in 2025-26 — the press calls him “the new Vidić”.
Which clubs want him?
Bochum bid officially (rejected); Brentford, Salzburg, Udinese, Basel, Sturm Graz and Partizan track him.
What is Pazar's ask?
The club rejected €650K+bonuses saying he is “worth much more”; a €1M+ sale — a club record — is expected.
Sources
GEGEN SCORE blends technical (20%), tactical (20%), mental (20%), physical (15%), potential (15%) and risk (10%, inverse-weighted) components into one editorial rating; it is a comparison tool, not a transfer decision by itself. Bio data verified against independent open sources. Last updated: 27 July 2026.
