Serbian Ljubinko Drulovic to lead Uzbekistan U-23 in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics Qualification Round

After the negotiations, the sides signed a 12-month contract, which could be extended for another 6-month period if White Wolves qualify for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

The 50-year-old will be assisted by his compatriots Zavisha Miloslavlevic and Neboysa Topalov in Uzbekistan.

Drulovic began his coaching career with modest Portuguese side G.D. Tourizense, in 2006–07. At its closure, he obtained a professional coaching licence.

In early April 2008, Drulovix became manager of FK Banat Zrenjanin in the Serbian SuperLiga. As the fifth manager of the season.

In June 2008, Drulovic moved to Slovenia as he signed with NK Drava Ptuj. Almost two years later, in January 2010, he was appointed coach of C.D. Primeiro de Agosto of Angola and earned Angola Supercup title in the 2010-2011 season.

Drulovic also succeeded with Serbia U-19 national team as Serbian side claimed the title in the 2013 UEFA U-19 Championship.