Nejc Mevlja


Nejc Mevlja is a Slovenian footballer who plays as a centre-back for Italian club Corno Calcio.

Career

In January 2012, Mevlja had a car accident while driving to the training ground of his club, Gorica. Due to the knee injuries he suffered in the accident, he could not play until the end of 2012. On 24 September 2012, he signed for Maribor as a free agent. He made his debut for Maribor half a year later, in March 2013, when he had fully recovered from his injury.
In January 2014, Mevlja joined Scottish Championship side Livingston until the end of the season. He established himself in the starting, making 13 appearances. He scored his only goal for the club in a 2–1 loss against Dumbarton on 29 March 2014. At the end of the season, Mevlja was released by the club.

Personal life

He has a twin brother named Miha, who also played football professionally as a defender.

Honours

Maribor
Gorica