Career
In the summer of 2012, Malikov left Neftchi Baku for TFF First League side Denizlispor. Malikov made 25 appearances for Denizlispor in his first, and only season with the club Gabala
On 2 July 2013, Malikov returned to the Azerbaijan Premier League to sign a one-year contract with Gabala.
On 31 August 2013, in Gabala"s 2-0 victory over Khazar Lankaran, Malikov broke his leg and was ruled out for 4–5 months.
Malikov made his return from injury on 19 March 2014 in the Azerbaijan Cup. Malikov left Gabala at the end of his contract.
Return to Denizlispor
On 7 August 2014, Malikov re-signed for Denizlispor on a one-year contract.
