Aleksandar Mitrovic, the notable striker for Al-Hilal, is on the cusp of returning to group training after enduring a hamstring injury. The Saudi Pro League club announced on Monday, his plans to travel to Serbia for a final evaluation before rejoining his teammates.
Mitrovic, who has been sidelined since January 7, faced initial expectations of being out for only three weeks. "Mitrovic will leave tomorrow morning for Serbia to undergo a final test... with the specialist doctor who supervised his (recovery from the) injury last year, in coordination with the club's medical team," read the statement from Al-Hilal.
Following his assessment, Mitrovic is expected to return to Riyadh on February 28, steering his path back to the pitch amid great anticipation. Despite the injury setback, Mitrovic currently sits sixth on the league’s top scorers list, with 12 goals to his name—just four goals behind global football icons Karim Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo, who lead the tally with 16 goals each.
Al-Hilal is currently gearing up to face Al-Kholood on Tuesday, seeking vengeance after their disappointing 4-1 defeat to Al-Ittihad last weekend. The club now stands second in the league standings with 48 points, trailing seven points behind Al-Ittihad, the league leaders.
Mitrovic's return should inject much-needed momentum as the team prepares for this pivotal match, marking his significant role within the squad. The Serbian forward's prolific scoring ability will be key if Al-Hilal aims to regain their foothold at the top of the league.
Given the expectations surrounding his comeback, the fans are hoping for Mitrovic to soon don the Al-Hilal jersey once again and make his presence felt on the field. The upcoming test will be instrumental not just for Mitrovic, but for the club's aspirations as they chase the league title.
After months away from play, fans and teammates alike have expressed their excitement at welcoming him back. His performance prior to the injury had reflected extraordinary potential, and his contributions could prove decisive as Al-Hilal vies for supremacy above the league’s fiercest competitors.
With his imminent return, Mitrovic aims not only to reclaim his starting position but also to re-establish himself as one of the league's formidable strikers. The Al-Hilal fans, known for their unwavering support, will likely rally behind him as he embarks on the final stages of his recovery.