Marko Arnautović may leave Red Star Belgrade in winter

Marko Arnautović, the 37-year-old Austrian striker, may leave Red Star Belgrade during the upcoming winter transfer period. Reports from the Serbian magazine Czv Magazine suggest the veteran forward is considering a return to the Austrian Bundesliga to conclude his career.

Several factors may facilitate a departure. Arnautović is one of the highest-paid players in the Serbian league, with an estimated annual salary of 2.5 million euros. Since his contract runs until June 2027, a winter sale could allow Red Star Belgrade to collect a transfer fee, whereas he would become a free agent in the summer.

While Arnautović has recorded seven goals in 16 matches this season, the club has struggled to meet its European objectives, failing to reach the Champions League league phase for the second consecutive year. Potential destinations for the striker include Austrian clubs such as Rapid Wien or LASK, though a move to Italy remains a possibility.