Jure Balkovec
Slovenia/D/
SloveniaPlayer Info
Jure Balkovec is a Slovenian international left-back who currently showcases his talents for Cypriot giants Omonia Nicosia. At 31 years old and 185cm tall, Balkovec is a modern full-back, solid in defense and increasingly potent in attack, also capable of playing centrally. His professional journey began in Slovenia with ND Gorica, where his potential was quickly recognized, leading to a move to Serie A's Atalanta. After loan spells to gain experience, he truly flourished at FC Empoli in Italy's second tier, becoming a mainstay and helping the club achieve promotion to Serie A. A key moment was his debut for the Slovenian national team, for which he has now earned multiple caps. His transfer to Omonia marked a significant step, where he has contributed to their domestic dominance, winning the Cypriot First Division title. Individually, he has been named in the Slovenian league's Team of the Season. Known for his powerful runs and accurate crossing, Balkovec is a consistent and valuable asset. In summary, Jure Balkovec is a technically sound and physically capable defender whose career progression through Italy to Cyprus demonstrates his quality and adaptability at a high level.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/01/30
Karagumruk
Omonia Nicosia FCSigned
2025/07/11
AlanyasporKaragumrukSigned
2022/07/04
KaragumrukAlanyasporSigned
2020/09/13
Hellas VeronaKaragumrukSigned
2020/08/30
EmpoliHellas VeronaLoan Ended
2019/08/07
Hellas VeronaEmpoliLoan
Matches
Competition
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Round
Home
VS
Away
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Statistics
Slovenia
UEFA EURO2024
Matches
Games Played
2
Games Started
1
Minutes Per Game
121
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
11
Key Passes Per Game
1
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
1
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
6
Interceptions Per Game
2
Clearances Per Game
6
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
1
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
1
Be Fouled Per Game
0