Vladan Milojevic appointed as head coach of Shanghai Shenhua

On August 14, 2026, the Chinese football club Shanghai Shenhua officially announced the appointment of Vladan Milojevic as their new head coach. The Serbian manager, who previously held coaching positions in Cyprus at Omonia, APOEL, and Apollon, has taken on this new role to lead the team in the Chinese league.

This appointment marks Milojevic's third professional engagement outside of Europe. Previously, he gained experience in the Saudi Professional League through his stints with Al-Ahli and Al-Ittifaq. The announcement was formalized via the club's official social media channels, signaling the start of a new chapter in the coach's international career.

Following his tenure in Cypriot football and his previous Middle Eastern assignments, Milojevic is now preparing to face the challenges of the Chinese football landscape. No further details regarding the duration of his contract or immediate upcoming match schedule were disclosed in the initial announcements.