Timi Elšnik


Timi Max Elšnik is a Slovenian footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Olimpija Ljubljana.

Club career

Derby County

During his first season at Derby County, he played initially for the under-18 team before progressing to the under-21 squad. At the end of the 2015–16 season, he was named the club's Scholar of the Year. Shortly after signing a new three-year contract with the club in August 2016, he made his first team debut as a substitute against Carlisle United in the EFL Cup, scoring twice in Derby's penalty shoot-out win. He was released by Derby in July 2019.

Swindon Town (loan)

On 31 August 2017, Elšnik signed on a season long loan for Swindon Town along with Derby teammate Kellan Gordon. Two days later, Elšnik made his Swindon debut during their 4–1 home defeat against Barnet, featuring for the entire 90 minutes.

Mansfield Town (loan)

On 31 August 2018, Elšnik signed on a season-long loan for Mansfield Town. Four days later, Elšnik made his Mansfield debut during their 2–1 away win against Lincoln City in the EFL Trophy, featuring for the entire 90 minutes.
On 30 October 2018, Elšnik was brought back into the Mansfield side as he started the game against Crewe Alexandra. Elsnik scored two goals ensuring a 3–0 win for Mansfield.

International career

Elšnik has represented Slovenia at under-17, under-18, under-19, and under-21 levels.

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