Vladimir Kovačević

Vladimir Kovačević (, born 11 November 1992) is a Serbian footballer who plays as a centre-back.

Proleter Novi Sad After loan return from Hajduk, Kovačević spent an entire season 2011–12 trying to break into the first team, but has only made 3 league appearances. Next season, he was loaned out to local Serbian First League side Proleter Novi Sad.

Spartak Subotica At the beginning of August 2013, Kovačević signed with Serbian SuperLiga side Spartak Subotica. During his stay, Vladimir finally managed to break into the first team. In three seasons, he reached two Serbian Cup semifinals with the club(in 2013–14 and 2015–16). Kovačević was primarily used as a centre-back, but was equally successful when deployed as a defensive midfielder. His above-par performances drew the attention of multiple clubs, including his former club Vojvodina.

Second spell at Vojvodina On 1 June 2016, Kovačević re-signed for Vojvodina, on a three-year deal.

Kortrijk After 6 months in Vojvodina, on 28 January 2017, Kovačević signed a four-and-a-half-year deal with Belgian side Kortrijk.

Sheriff Tiraspol On 20 June 2018, Moldovan club Sheriff Tiraspol announced they had signed Kovačević on loan from Kortrijk. Kovačević left Sheriff Tiraspol a year later when his loan expired, having played 24 games and scoring three goals.

Third spell at Vojvodina On 27 July 2020, Kovačević signed a two-year deal with Vojvodina.

Sokol Saratov On 16 January 2025, Kovačević signed with Sokol Saratov in Russian First League.

International career Kovačević made his international debut for the Serbia national team in a friendly 3–0 loss to Qatar.

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