Artan Iljazi
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 24 February 1999 | ||
| Place of birth | Kumanovo, Macedonia | ||
| Height | 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in) | ||
| Position | Goalkeeper | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Ballkani | ||
| Number | 1 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| –2017 | Milano Kumanovë | ||
| 2017–2018 | Shkëndija | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2018–2020 | Shkëndija | 2 | (0) |
| 2018–2019 | → Gostivari (loan) | ||
| 2020–2025 | Shkupi | 57 | (0) |
| 2025– | Ballkani | 38 | (0) |
| International career | |||
| 2016 | Macedonia U19 | 1 | (0) |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 19 February 2026 | |||
Artan Iljazi (born 24 February 1999) is a Macedonian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Kosovo Superleague club Ballkani.
Club career
Early career and Shkëndija
Iljazi began his football career in his hometown with Milano Kumanovë. In 2017, he joined the youth academy of Shkëndija, one of Macedonia's leading clubs, where he continued his development toward professional football.[1]
Loan to Gostivari
For the 2018–19 season, Iljazi was loaned to Gostivari to gain regular first‑team playing time, aiding his transition to senior professional football.
Shkupi
On 25 June 2020, Iljazi signed with Shkupi in the Macedonian First League.[2] Over subsequent seasons, he became a regular member of the squad as Shkupi competed near the top of the league.
Iljazi was part of the Shkupi team that won the Macedonian First League title in the 2021–22 season, marking a major achievement in the club's history.[3]
Ballkani
In January 2025, Iljazi transferred to Ballkani in the Kosovo Superleague. The move was reported by multiple regional sports outlets as a key signing for the reigning Kosovan champions.[4][5] He quickly established himself as the club’s first‑choice goalkeeper and featured prominently in league matches.
International career
Iljazi represented Macedonia at under‑19 level, earning one cap in 2016 while competing in youth international fixtures.
Honours
Shkupi
References
- ^ "Shkëndija firmos me tre lojtarë të talentuar". Bota Sot. 16 June 2017.
- ^ "Artan Iljazi Welcome". KF Shkupi. 25 June 2020.
- ^ "KF Shkupi shpallet kampion". Lajmpress. 23 April 2022.
- ^ "Iljazi firmos me Ballkanin". Bota Sot. 29 January 2025.
- ^ "Ballkani afron portierin Artan Iljazi". Kosova Times. 29 January 2025.
- ^ "KF Shkupi shpallet kampion". Lajmpress. 23 April 2022.
External links
- Artan Iljazi at Soccerway