Star Footballer Kevin Kampl Retires from Football Following Great Tragedies
Kevin Kampl, who played for prominent clubs in Germany, ended his career after suffering consecutive family losses, settled in Mallorca, and turned entirely to nature.
Slovenian footballer Kevin Kampl, who played for leading clubs in Germany, brought an end to his football career in January 2026, deeply shaken by losing his father and brother within a span of 7 months.
Brought His Football Career to an End
Kevin Kampl, who played for major clubs in Germany such as Bayer Leverkusen, Borussia Dortmund, and RB Leipzig for many years, left his professional sports life behind.
The Great Losses He Experienced
The 35-year-old Slovenian footballer experienced two major family tragedies in rapid succession within a short period of just seven months, losing first his father and then his brother.
Settled in Mallorca
Deciding to completely distance himself from the intense pace of the football world after the tragedies he experienced, Kampl settled on the Spanish island of Mallorca with his wife and two sons.
A Life Intertwined with Nature
Leaving the stress of professional football behind, the former footballer began spending time with his family and living a life intertwined with nature by opening a brand-new chapter in his life.
Engaged in Gardening
Dealing with agriculture in the garden of his home in Mallorca, Kampl grows vegetables and fruits such as melons, watermelons, tomatoes, onions, and peppers, while stating that the taste of homemade olive oil is exquisite.