Rasime, Spasi Me: A Critique of Political Maneuvering

The article employs the American idiom "moving the goalposts" to critique Rasim Ljajić, portraying him not as a "football virtuoso" but as a figure adept at manipulating political circumstances to his advantage. The author suggests Ljajić has "stuck" to the left goalpost of the Partizan stadium, symbolizing his consistent, albeit self-serving, presence in various political configurations.

The piece argues that Ljajić's perceived value to the ruling coalition, led by President Vučić, is inflated. He is described as the "best defender" of the black-and-whites, implying he helps them win by altering the political playing field. The author contends that Vučić and his allies will not discard such a figure, especially as Ljajić's "price" has seemingly increased, allowing him to make claims about his influence in Novi Pazar.

The author questions Ljajić's political motivations and past actions, noting his history of aligning with different political leaders, including Đinđić, Koštunica, and Tadić, before his current allegiance. He is depicted as someone who now "kisses himself" and sees a "politically and financially rich Phoenician" in the mirror, yet struggles to detach himself from his established political position.

The article extends the critique beyond Ljajić, suggesting that his situation is a "recipe" that awaits others. It implies that President Vučić orchestrates these political maneuvers, and that figures like Ljajić are merely "deputy sheriffs" in a larger scheme. The piece also questions the silence of other figures, such as Branko, a fellow Partizan supporter, urging them to speak out against what the author perceives as a corrupt political system.