Bulgarian outside hitter Hristiyan Velikov, one of the volleyball players in the extended squad of the national team this summer and a key figure in CSKA, is making his first international transfer of his career. The 22-year-old talent will play for the Kuwaiti Burgan Sport Club – an ambitious team that has gradually established itself among the country's leading teams in recent years.

Brief History and Profile of Burgan SC

Burgan Sport Club was founded in 2007 in the Ali Sabah Al-Salem district. Although it is one of the younger clubs in Kuwait, the organization operates with a clear strategy – to attract experienced foreign players and international coaches, which provides accelerated development for the team.

Achievements in the 2024/25 Season

Burgan SC demonstrates significant growth. Second place in the Kuwaiti League is proof of stability and quality selection, while participation in the Arab Championship provides important international experience. The performance in 2024/25 shows that the club is now a lasting factor in local volleyball.

Hristiyan Velikov's New Challenge

After a strong season with CSKA and growth that earned him a call-up to Bulgaria's extended squad, Hristiyan Velikov is embarking on his first foreign challenge. At Burgan SC, he will have the opportunity to play in a league where proven names from Europe and South America compete, which will allow him to develop even further. His contract is until the end of the 2025/26 season.

Bulgarian Trace in Burgan: Teammate Aleksandar Ljaftov

In Kuwait, Velikov will meet a familiar name from our championship – the North Macedonian Aleksandar Ljaftov. The outside hitter played for Hebar Pazardzhik, and last season he was a teammate of the Bulgarian setter Nikolay Kolev in Greek PAOK.
Now the two – Ljaftov and Velikov – will form a strong reception line at Burgan SC.

Hristiyan Velikov's transfer to Burgan Sport Club is a logical step forward – a club with ambitions, stable organization, and a clear vision. The presence of Aleksandar Lyaftov will facilitate his adaptation, and the duo could become crucial for Burgan in the 2025/26 season.