Levante UD has a history of notable signings, but few have generated as much interest as Nikola Vukcevic. The Montenegrin midfielder became the club's most expensive signing in 2018, with a cost of 8.5 million euros.

What happened to Nikola Vukcevic?

Nikola Vukcevic decided to retire prematurely from football at the age of 31, after a career marked by injuries and controversies. His last adventure in sports took him to Al-Ahli SC in Qatar, where he only stayed for a year.

Career at Levante

Vukcevic played for Levante for four seasons, playing only 75 matches. His time at the club was marked by physical problems and a lack of consistency on the field.

Legacy at the club

Despite his short career at Levante, Vukcevic left a legacy at the club. He was one of the most expensive players in the team's history, and his premature retirement generated surprise in the football world.

SeasonMatches playedGoals
2018-2019201
2019-2020150
2020-2021100
2021-2022302

Currently, Levante is in a complicated situation in La Liga, with 42 points and a goal difference of -14. Their last defeat was against Real Betis, with a score of 2-1.

Current context

As of the end of the 2025-2026 season, Levante is ranked 16th in La Liga, with 42 points from 38 games, and a recent form of LWWWL. The team has scored 47 goals and conceded 61, with a goal difference of -14. They are 52 points behind leaders Barcelona, and their last result was a 2-1 loss to Real Betis on May 23, 2026.