David Kramer has officially joined Crvena Zvezda, with the Serbian club completing the signing of the German international as the second addition of the summer transfer window.
The move represents an interesting decision from Crvena Zvezda, as David Kramer was not a name frequently mentioned in media reports as a potential target. However, the club identified the 29-year-old guard as a player who could fit the vision of new head coach Ibon Navarro ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Kramer arrives in Belgrade after a challenging campaign with Real Madrid, where he struggled to find a consistent role in a crowded perimeter rotation. In the EuroLeague, he averaged 2.5 points, 1.2 rebounds and 0.7 assists per game, appearing in 13 games.
Despite the limited production in Madrid, Kramer brings valuable experience from several European leagues. Before joining Real Madrid, he played for clubs such as Tenerife, Granada, Bayern and Ulm, while also representing Germany on the international stage.
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Crvena Zvezda continues shaping Ibon Navarro’s roster
Kramer becomes the second official addition for Crvena Zvezda this offseason, following the arrival of Chris Jones as the club’s first signing under new head coach Ibon Navarro. The move is the latest in a series of EuroLeague transactions shaping the Serbian club’s roster ahead of the 2026-27 season.
The signing is particularly interesting because it does not follow the usual pattern of a high-profile EuroLeague name arriving in Belgrade. Instead, Crvena Zvezda opted for a player whose role could depend heavily on how Navarro plans to use him and how his skill set fits into the team’s new structure.
Known for his shooting ability, movement without the ball and defensive effort, Kramer could provide another perimeter option in a system that values spacing, discipline and versatility.
The biggest question will be what role Navarro sees for him. After a difficult season in Madrid, Kramer arrives in Belgrade with the opportunity to rebuild his reputation and prove that he can contribute at a higher level when given a more defined role.
