Born in Split, Croatia, Palaversa started his youth career with the Hajduk Split academy.[2] At the end of the 2016–17 season, he won the Best Player of the Youth League award and was subsequently promoted to the reserve team.[3] After playing regularly for the reserve team in the second tier, he was promoted to the senior team in June 2018 by manager Željko Kopić.[4]
On 26 July 2018, Palaversa made his first team debut, coming on as a substitute in a 1–0 victory over Bulgarian club Slavia Sofia in a UEFA Europa League qualifying match.[5] On 26 August, he scored his first goal for the club in a 2–2 draw against Inter Zaprešić, scoring a volley from 21-metres.[6]
Manchester City
On 28 January 2019, it was announced that Palaversa would be joining Manchester City for an eventual fee of €7 million, instantly returning to Hajduk on loan.[7] He completed the move on 31 January.[8]
Loan to Getafe
On 31 August 2020, Palaversa joined Getafe on loan.[9]
Loan to KV Kortrijk
On 26 January 2021, Palaversa moved to Belgian club KV Kortrijk on loan until the end of the season.[10]
Troyes
On 31 August 2022, Palaversa joined Troyes, another club within the City Football Group, on a three-year contract.[11]
Aberdeen
On 8 August 2024, Palaversa signed for Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen on a one-year contract, with the Scottish Premiership club having the option of a further two years.
Career statistics
As of match played on 5 December 2018
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition