Rising Albanian football star Kevin Dodaj has officially taken the biggest step of his career so far, completing a transfer from KF Vllaznia Shkodër to Bulgarian giants CSKA Sofia.
The move, which was confirmed through CSKA Sofia’s official website, marks a significant moment not only for Dodaj but also for Albanian football, as he becomes just the second player in the club's history to arrive from Albania, following in the footsteps of Altin Haxhi.
Dodaj's transfer comes on the heels of a strong performance in his final appearance for Vllaznia, where he played a key role in helping the team progress past the first qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. His impact in that match appears to have sealed the deal for the move abroad.
According to official sources, the transfer was completed for a fee of €400,000. As part of the agreement, Vllaznia retains 15% of Dodaj’s future transfer rights, ensuring they benefit from any future success in his career.
CSKA Sofia welcomed the 20-year-old defender with high praise, referring to him as “one of the greatest talents in Albanian football.” The club expressed confidence in his potential to make an immediate impact in their squad and contribute to their domestic and European ambitions.
This move represents a promising new chapter for Dodaj, who has been steadily rising through the ranks in Albania. Now in Bulgaria, he will face new challenges and opportunities on a larger stage, as CSKA continues to compete in European tournaments and push for the Bulgarian league title.
With Dodaj's arrival, Albanian football continues to gain recognition on the European scene, and fans will be watching closely to see how this young talent develops in the next stage of his career.