Simon Vukčević is born January 29, 1986n he’s a Montenegrin former footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. He is known for his time with clubs such as Partizan Belgrade, Sporting CP, and Blackburn Rovers.
Early Life and Career
Simon Vukčević was born in Titograd, SFR Yugoslavia (now Podgorica, Montenegro). He began his football career at the FK Zabjelo youth academy before joining FK Partizan at the age of 13. Vukčević was promoted to Partizan’s first team ahead of the 2003-2004 season and quickly made a name for himself as a talented midfielder.
Club Career
- Partizan Belgrade: Vukčević played for Partizan from 2003 to 2006, scoring 13 goals in 52 appearances. He helped the team win two national championships during his tenure.
- Saturn Ramenskoye: In January 2006, Vukčević joined FC Saturn Ramenskoye in Russia for a reported fee of €7 million. However, his time at the club was marked by conflicts with the coaching staff and limited playing opportunities.
- Sporting CP: In 2007, Vukčević transferred to Sporting CP in Portugal, where he played 135 competitive matches and scored 28 goals. He won the Taça de Portugal in 2008 and the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira in 2007 and 2008.
- Blackburn Rovers: Vukčević joined Blackburn Rovers in 2011, making 16 appearances and scoring one goal during his time in England.
- Later Career: Vukčević also played for clubs such as Karpaty Lviv, Vojvodina, Levadiakos, Enosis Neon Paralimni, and GD Chaves before retiring in 2018.
International Career
Vukčević represented both Serbia and Montenegro and Montenegro at the international level. He earned 45 caps and scored 2 goals for Montenegro between 2007 and 2014.
Personal Life
Simon Vukčević’s career was marked by his technical skills and versatility as an attacking midfielder. Despite facing challenges and controversies during his career, he remains a notable figure in Montenegrin football history.
Vukčević’s contributions to his clubs and national team have left a lasting impact on the football community.
