A member of the National Assembly of Republika Srpska, Nebojsa Vukanovic, stated on N1 television that Slaviša Kokeza, a prominent football official, is allegedly afraid to cross the Drina River – the border between Serbia and Republika Srpska. Vukanovic implies Kokeza’s fear stems from President Aleksandar Vučić. The statement suggests a connection between Kokeza, the Serbian government, and potential criminal activity. This claim hints at political influence extending into the realm of football. The remark was made during a discussion relating to links between criminal networks, football, and political power within the region. Further details regarding the reasoning behind Kokeza’s alleged fear were not immediately provided in the report.