It’s official—Drilon Hazrollaj has completed his move to Romanian club FC Rapid 1923. The talented Albanian footballer has set a new record in the Kosovo Superleague, becoming the most expensive transfer in the history of Kosovar football. FC Rapid 1923 has paid a staggering €900,000 to secure the 21-year-old’s services.
Malisheva, Hazrollaj’s current club, confirmed the transfer through an official statement on its Facebook page. The club announced that the young star will continue playing in the Kosovo Superleague until June 17, after which he will travel to Romania to officially join his new team.
“We have completed the agreement for the transfer of Drilon Hazrollaj to FC Rapid 1923. We inform the public that our best player has been transferred to Rapid Romania for a record fee in Kosovar football, making him the most expensive player ever to move from a Kosovar club.
Although Drilon is taking a major step towards an international career, he will remain with FC Malisheva until the end of the season, contributing to the team until June 17, when he will join his new squad in Romania.
This is not only a great achievement for Drilon but also for our club, which has invested in his development, as well as in other young talents, to create opportunities for players to reach higher levels. This transfer is a testament to our club’s commitment to developing young players and preparing them for international success.
We believe this is just the beginning of an incredible journey for our players. We will continue working tirelessly to create opportunities for young talents and to turn their dreams into reality. This is only the start—together, we will achieve much more! Best of luck, Drilon, in your new chapter!" Malisheva stated.
Hazrollaj’s move marks a significant milestone for Kosovo’s football scene, showcasing the growing talent within the league and the increasing international interest in its players. As he prepares to embark on this exciting new adventure, all eyes will be on the young midfielder to see how he adapts and thrives in Romanian football.