Slovenian centre-forward Nino Kukovec, aged 24, has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with DAC, which includes an option for a one-year extension. Nino Kukovec stated that he is very happy to become part of the club and that the decision to sign for DAC was easy, viewing it as a clear step forward in his career. Kukovec also mentioned that he spoke extensively with Klemen Nemanič, who said only positive things about DAC, which made the decision easier. The club's director, Jan Van Daele, highlighted Kukovec's qualities, his motivation for the next significant step in his career, and his strong trust in the club's project. In the 2025/2026 Prva Liga season, Kukovec has scored 7 goals and provided 2 assists in 16 appearances. He has 3 caps for the Slovenia U19 team. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €350k.