Punjab FC made a recent signing ahead of the AIFF Super Cup 2025. The club signed the Bosnian international Samir Zeljkovic. He is the first foreign signing of the season. Punjab FC will reinforce its defense with this move and will welcome valuable European experience into the squad.
Who is Samir Zeljkovic?
The 28-year-old Zeljkovic has joined Punjab FC on a one-year deal from Serbian club Radnicki 1923 as a free transfer. Zelikovic is known for his versatility. He can play both as a centre-back and a defensive midfielder, which gives the coach and management an option for greater tactical flexibility. Zeljkovic’s football career started at the FK Sarajevo Youth Academy. He played five seasons for Velež Mostar. He made over 149 appearances in this period. It is a witness to his consistency and reliability. He has played in both the UEFA Conference League and the UEFA Nations League. He carries a wealth of top-level experience, which he brings to the Indian circuit.
