Dejan Damjanović (born 24 April 1981) is a Montenegrin professional footballer who plays as a striker. He is best known for his prolific goal‑scoring record in the Thai League 1, where he became one of the league’s most distinguished foreign players.
Early life and youth career
Damjanović was born in Podgorica, then part of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. He began his football training with local clubs in Montenegro before moving to senior professional football.
Club career
| Years | Club | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2004 | FK Zeta (Montenegro) | — | — |
| 2004–2005 | FK Borac Čačak (Serbia) | — | — |
| 2005–2006 | FK Fruškogorac (Serbia) | — | — |
| 2006–2007 | FK Vojvodina (Serbia) | — | — |
| 2007–2009 | FC Kairat (Kazakhstan) | 25 | 6 |
| 2009–2010 | FC Sibir Novosibirsk (Russia) | 17 | 2 |
| 2010–2011 | FC Amkar Perm (Russia) | 12 | 1 |
| 2011–2016 | Bangkok Glass (Thailand) | 144 | 109 |
| 2016–2020 | Chiangrai United (Thailand) | 86 | 63 |
| 2020–2022 | Buriram United (Thailand) | 45 | 28 |
| 2022–2023 | Bangkok United (Thailand) | 24 | 11 |
| 2023–present | Muangthong United (Thailand) | — | — |
Damjanović’s tenure in Thailand marked the peak of his career. He became the all‑time top scorer in the Thai League 1 for a foreign player, surpassing 200 career league goals. His scoring helped Bangkok Glass win the Thai FA Cup (2014) and contributed to Chiangrai United’s Thai League 1 championship (2019).
International career
Damjanović earned a single cap for the Montenegro national team, appearing in a friendly match in 2012. He did not score in his sole international appearance.
Style of play
A traditional centre‑forward, Damjanović is noted for his aerial ability, positioning, and finishing skills inside the penalty area. His physical presence and goal‑poaching instincts have been highlighted by coaches and analysts throughout his career.
Personal life
Details about Damjanović’s personal life remain largely private. He is known to be multilingual, speaking Montenegrin, Serbian, Russian, and Thai, reflecting his extensive career in various countries.
Honours
- Thai FA Cup: 2014 (Bangkok Glass)
- Thai League 1: 2019 (Chiangrai United)
- Thai League 1 Top Scorer: 2012, 2013, 2015, 2017
- Thailand Champions Cup: 2021 (Buriram United)
Legacy
Dejan Damjanović is regarded as one of the most successful foreign players in the history of Thai football, recognized for his longevity, consistent goal production, and influence on the development of the league’s competitive standard.