Dejan Joveljić
SEA
CF
Poacher
Aug 7, 1999 (27)
Right
6'0"
165 lb
Seattle SoundersNets brace Saturday
Joveljic scored two goals from two shots during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Chicago.
Analysis: Joveljic found the back of the net in the 12th and 48th minutes scoring both Seattle goals during the draw. The goals were the first since July 23rd for the forward as he's combined for eight shots, a chance created and a cross over his last three starts.
Joins Seattle via trade
Joveljic has completed a move to Seattle from Sporting KC on Tuesday in a cash-for-player trade. Sporting KC have received $6 million as part of the deal, and the deal also includes an option for the 2030/31 MLS season.
Analysis: Joveljic spent one-and-a-half seasons with Sporting KC, tallying 26 goals and three assists over 52 league appearances for the club. He should provide Seattle with a reliable scoring threat, and the team can start building their attack around him, as the deal will keep Joveljic as a Sounder until 2030 at the earliest. Joveljic's 39 goals in MLS regular-season and postseason play between 2024 and 2025 ranked third league-wide, behind only Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and LAFC's Denis Bouanga.
Sits amid club uncertainty
Joveljic was not involved in Sunday's match, with head coach Raphael Wicky saying that nothing is finalized regarding the forward and that Sporting Kansas City felt it was in his best interest to sit out, Daniel Sperry of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: Until the club makes an announcement, Joveljic's short-term status with Sporting Kansas City remains uncertain. However, it wouldn't be shocking if he doesn't suit up until his situation is solved one way or the other.
Scores in strong offensive display
Joveljic scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.
Analysis: Joveljic was a menace in the final third, creating three chances in addition to scoring a goal. He will have to keep this up if Sporting KC want to break LAFC's defense on Saturday. LAFC have only allowed 18 goals in 17 MLS games so far this season.
Scores on five shots
Joveljic scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) in Thursday's 3-2 defeat to St. Louis City SC.
Analysis: Joveljic would play the full 90 Thursday and see a decent match, as he recorded five shots while scoring a goal in the 76th minute of the contest. This gives the forward his seventh goal of the season, also having one assist. He continues a solid run he had before the break, with three goals in his past six appearances.
Clinical finish in win
Joveljic scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 win against Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Joveljic chipped the keeper in a one-on-one situation Wednesday to give Kansas City their second goal in a 3-1 win over Los Angeles. In two matchups versus his former club in 2026, the veteran striker has scored twice from seven shots (five on goal). Joveljic has played the full 90 minutes in 10 of his 12 appearances (12 starts).
Scores Saturday
Joveljic scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Joveljic found the back of the net for the first time since April 4 for the lone goal for Seattle on Saturday. This brings his total to five on the season, adding on to his one assist while recording 15 shots (10 on target).
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