Monza’s attacking plans have been dealt a significant blow as Milan Djuric, their joint top scorer in Serie A, has suffered an injury during training. The Bosnian striker, who has netted four times this season alongside Dany Mota Carvalho, is now facing a potentially extended period on the sidelines.
Calciomercato report that the club are awaiting the results of medical examinations, but there are concerns that Djuric may have sustained a muscle strain. If confirmed, this could rule him out for at least two weeks, forcing him to miss crucial upcoming fixtures.
Djuric will be unavailable for Monza’s away match against Lecce tomorrow and is likely to miss the high-profile clash with Juventus on December 22nd. The earliest he might return to action is for the final game of the calendar year against Parma on December 28th, though this remains uncertain.
This injury setback is particularly significant for Alessandro Nesta’s tactical setup. Djuric has been a cornerstone of Monza’s play, featuring in 14 matches this season and starting 12 of them. His aerial prowess, which sees him lead Serie A in aerial duels won and flick-ons, is a key component of Monza’s strategy.
The timing of Djuric’s injury couldn’t be worse for Monza, who are currently struggling in the relegation zone. With only one win in the league so far, the team faces a crucial period in their fight for survival. The upcoming match against Lecce could be pivotal, as a win would see Monza draw level on points with their opponents and potentially climb out of the bottom three.lash/
