Jovic confirmed as Giroud’s deputy: Serbian claims his place at Milan

Luka Jovic emerged as the star of AC Milan’s recent Coppa Italia match. His outstanding performance, paired with his remarkable record over the past month, meant Olivier Giroud’s absence wasn’t as felt.

Jovic’s two-goal haul against Cagliari has propelled the Rossoneri into the quarter-finals of the competition. For the Serbian striker, it was a continuation of a fruitful run, having netted five goals in his last seven games.

His form has been a major boost for AC Milan, and his regained confidence is evident on the pitch. This makes him a potential starter for Stefano Pioli’s team, as noted by Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport.