Stevan Jovetic discusses career regrets and injury struggles

In a recent interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, 36-year-old Montenegrin forward Stevan Jovetic, currently playing for AEL, reflected on his professional career. Jovetic revealed that he had previously turned down transfer offers from major European clubs, specifically Real Madrid and Juventus. Reflecting on his time in Italy, he noted his deep appreciation for his period at Fiorentina, while criticizing the internal atmosphere at Inter Milan, where he experienced conflict with teammates Fredy Guarin and Mauro Icardi.

The forward candidly discussed the significant impact of recurring injuries throughout his career. Having dealt with approximately 45 injuries, including during his tenure at Manchester City, Jovetic described the mental toll and his constant fear of re-injury while on the pitch. He expressed pride in his resilience, noting that he never considered retiring despite the physical setbacks. Jovetic, who previously played for Olympiacos in the 2023/24 season, stated that he regrets turning down the opportunity to join Real Madrid earlier in his career.