Vladan Kovačević

Sarajevo

Kovačević started playing football at his howetown club Željezničar Banja Luka, before joining Sarajevo's youth academy in 2014. In February 2018, he was sent on a six-month loan to Sloboda Mrkonjić Grad. He made his professional debut against Kozara Gradiška on 17 March at the age of 19. In August, Kovačević signed a new five-year deal with Sarajevo. On 5 August, he made his official debut for the team against Sloboda Tuzla. He won his first title with the club on 15 May 2019, by beating Široki Brijeg in Bosnian Cup final.

Raków Częstochowa

In June 2021, Kovačević was transferred to Polish outfit Raków Częstochowa for an undisclosed fee. He made his competitive debut for the club in 2021 Polish Super Cup game against Legia Warsaw on 17 July and managed to win his first trophy. A week later, he made his league debut against Piast Gliwice. In July 2022, he extended his contract until June 2026.

Sporting CP

On 5 June 2024, reigning Primeira Liga champions Sporting CP announced the signing of Kovačević, for a reported fee of €6 million. He signed a five-year contract, with a buyout clause of €60 million. On 6 February 2025, he joined Ekstraklasa club Legia Warsaw on loan until the end of the season.

Norwich City

On 26 June 2025, Kovačević signed for EFL Championship club Norwich City for an undisclosed fee.

Youth

Kovačević was a member of Bosnia and Herzegovina under-21 team under coach Vinko Marinović.

Senior

In May 2019, he received his first senior Bosnia and Herzegovina call-up, for UEFA Euro 2020 qualifiers against Finland and Italy, but did not debut. In February 2023, Kovačević accepted an invitation to the Serbia national team and was expected to make his debut in June. However, according to FIFA eligibility rules, Kovačević can only play for the Bosnia and Herzegovina national football team.

As of match played 22 August 2026

Kovačević is a Bosnian Serb. He married his long-time girlfriend Sofija in June 2022. Together they have three daughters.