Former Slovenian captain Čeh and Maribor forward Mlakar reflect on careers

Former Slovenian national team captain Aleš Čeh and striker Jan Mlakar have provided updates on their respective football careers in recent interviews. Čeh reflected on his transition into coaching following a distinguished playing career, highlighting his long-standing tenure as assistant to manager Srečko Katanec, which included seven years working in Asia. While maintaining fond ties to former clubs Olimpija Ljubljana and Grazer AK, Čeh expressed enduring respect for rival team NK Maribor.

Meanwhile, 27-year-old forward Mlakar discussed his third return to NK Maribor. The Ljubljana-born player clarified that he was never close to joining hometown side Olimpija. Looking toward the upcoming derby against a struggling Olimpija squad, Mlakar noted that such fixtures offer struggling teams a chance to restore momentum. He also voiced confidence in former Maribor figures Zlatko Zahovič and Darko Milanič.

Sources: Delo, Siol.net