Mitrovic missed eight games for pushing referee Kavanagh but is back scoring for Fulham

Aleksandar Mitrovic reflects on a season of highs and lows with Fulham, expressing both happiness and guilt. He acknowledges that missing eight games due to a ban for pushing referee Chris Kavanagh impacted his goal tally. Mitrovic believes he could have scored even more during an impressive Premier League campaign, which saw Fulham challenge for a top-half finish and set a record points tally.

The incident in March, which also resulted in a £75,000 fine, has taught Mitrovic a valuable lesson. He admits that while he made a mistake, his passion for the game remains unchanged. Mitrovic has spoken to Kavanagh since the incident, clarifying that his actions were not personal and emphasising the importance of controlling emotions during matches.

Mitrovic spent his suspension maintaining fitness at Fulham's training ground while his teammates pushed for a strong finish. He had previously silenced critics by scoring a remarkable 43 goals in 44 Championship matches. The striker expresses confidence in his ability to score in any league and maintains a competitive spirit in training, always striving to improve his performance.

Scoring goals is a driving force for Mitrovic, who describes it as a drug that fuels his desire for more. He finds joy in every type of goal, especially tap-ins, which he believes highlight a striker's ability to read the game. He recalls celebrating a knee goal in the Championship as if it were a spectacular long-range effort, underscoring his belief that every goal matters.

Mitrovic made a triumphant return to the pitch, scoring his 12th Premier League goal in a recent match against Southampton. The support from fans during his comeback was overwhelming, making the moment even more special for him. He looks forward to contributing to Fulham's remaining matches as they aim to finish the season strongly.

via Sky Sports