Red Star Belgrade are being linked with a move for Baltika centre-back Nathan Gassama, with the Mali‑France defender potentially available amid uncertainty over his contract situation in Russia.
The 25-year-old, currently on the books at Baltika Kaliningrad in the Russian Premier Liga, is reported to be a target for the Serbian champions as they look to reinforce their defensive options. The reported probability of a deal remains unclear, with the move rated simply as “?” at this stage.
Gassama, who is left-footed and primarily operates as a central defender, is listed with a market value of €1.50m on Transfermarkt – a figure that could make him an attractive, cost-effective option in the summer window. With no public information on when his Baltika contract expires, there remains the possibility that he could become a free agent if his deal has run down or is not renewed.
Born on 5 January 2001 in Évry, Gassama holds dual nationality with Mali and France, and stands at 1.92m, offering significant aerial presence. He wears the number 4 shirt for Baltika and has been part of their Premier Liga campaign, representing the Kaliningrad side in Russia’s top flight.
The defender has been featuring regularly for Baltika this season, including a recent outing in the Premier Liga against domestic rivals in early May 2026, where Baltika’s back line again leaned on his physicality and left-footed balance in a tightly contested match. Detailed statistics from that fixture are not specified in the available data.
Red Star, competing in the Serbian Super Liga, would offer Gassama a route into regular European competition and a different tactical environment. If the transfer materialises, a move to Belgrade could prove a key stepping stone in shaping his reputation beyond Russia and unlocking the next phase of his career at continental level.
