Kokorin is a strong player who is able to gain a foothold in Fiorentina, says Mutu

Former Fiorentina striker Adrian Mutu considers Russian striker Alexander Kokorin a strong player who is able to gain a foothold in the Italian team.

Kokorin was included in the list of players called up for the first training camp of Fiorentina. The Violets’ contract with the 32-year-old striker runs until the summer of 2024.

– Do you continue to support Fiorentina?

– Yes, sure. I spent a wonderful five years there. I continue to cheer for the team, I wish her all the best.

– One Russian footballer plays there – Alexander Kokorin. Have you heard of him?

– Yes, of course, I know who Kokorin is.

– Do you think he can gain a foothold in the team and become a player in the starting lineup?

– If Fiorentina signed him, then the team needs him. I watched Sasha when he was young. He is a strong player, he has good dribbling. I think that he is able to gain a foothold in the Italian club, – said Mutu “Match TV”.

In the season that ended, Kokorin played for the Cypriot “Aris” on loan. The Russian became the national champion with the team and was recognized as the best player in the championship according to the Cyprus Football Association.