# Serbian athletes sign with clubs

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/serbian-athletes-sign-with-clubs
> Updated: 2026-08-08T06:57:02.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In early August 2026, Serbian handball clubs ŽRK Radnički and Vojvodina announced the acquisition of two promising junior national team players, Tamara Dušić and Mia Đekić. Both athletes expressed enthusiasm for the moves, citing the clubs' ambitions and the opportunity to develop toward senior national team selection.

A few days later, Turkish volleyball powerhouse VakıfBank confirmed the signing of 22‑year‑old Serbian outside hitter Vanja Ivanovic. Ivanovic highlighted the chance to fulfill a personal dream and contribute to the club’s domestic and international success. Together, the announcements illustrate a broader pattern of Serbian sports talent securing contracts with both domestic and foreign clubs to advance their careers.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: VakıfBank signs Serbian spiker Vanja Ivanovic

VakıfBank has signed Serbian outside hitter Vanja Ivanovic, a league MVP and Mediterranean Games bronze medalist, who expressed excitement to help the club win titles.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vakfbank-signs-serbian-spiker-vanja-ivanovic

### 2026-08-03: Serbian handball clubs Radnički and Vojvodina sign promising national team prospects

Teen handball stars Tamara Dušić and Mia Đekić join Serbian clubs Radnički and Vojvodina, boosting both teams and aiming for senior national team spots.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-handball-clubs-radniki-and-vojvodina-sign-promising-national-team-prospects

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