Slovenian football figures reflect on career paths and club dynamics

Former Slovenian national team captain Aleš Čeh and forward Jan Mlakar have shared perspectives on their career developments and the ongoing dynamics in Slovenian football. Čeh, who served as long-time assistant to Srečko Katanec including seven years in Asia, reflected on his coaching path and his continuing connections to Olimpija Ljubljana, Grazer AK, and NK Maribor.

Concurrently, 27-year-old forward Jan Mlakar has returned to NK Maribor for a third spell, aiming to secure a domestic league title at Ljudski vrt. Mlakar voiced confidence in Maribor's leadership, including Zlatko Zahovič and Darko Milanič, while noting that rival Olimpija Ljubljana remains dangerous in upcoming derby matches despite current internal challenges.

Sources: Delo, Siol.net