Novica Nikčević (born 7 October 1972) is a Slovenian retired footballer who played as a forward.
In 2007, he was appointed the sporting director of ND Gorica where he linked up with manager Darko Milanič.
He joined Milanič at SK Sturm Graz where he became his assistant manager in 2013.
[4] On 23 September 2014, Nikčević was appointed the new assistant manager of Leeds United on a two-year deal, joining manager Darko Milanič from SK Sturm Graz.
[5][6] When Milanič was dismissed after six games in charge, Nikčević also left the club.