Italian journalist Massimo Franchi from Tuttosport expressed the opinion that Russian striker Alexander Kokorin will not play in the first round match of the Italian championship, which Fiorentina will play against Genoa. Transmits words Meta ratings.
“I’m not sure he will play against Genoa in the first game of the season tomorrow. In Italy, he is treated like a football player with a contract with the club. “Unlike Bonucci, who was kicked out by Juventus, Franchi trains regularly with his teammates.”
Kokorin left Spartak Moscow in 2021 to become a Fiorentina player. Also, the striker in Russia, St. Petersburg is known for the performances of “Zenith”, “Sochi”, the capital’s “Dynamo” and Makhachkala “Anji”.
Last summer, Fiorentina loaned Russia to Cyprus side Aris for a year. In total, last season Kokorin made 27 appearances in the local championship and scored 11 goals. He won the gold medal with the team.
The Florentine club will play away against Genoa for the new season of Serie A. The meeting will be held on 19 August. It starts at 21:45 Moscow time.
Previously reportedFiorentina’s coach was impressed by Kokorin.