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How Newcastle outcast Mitrovic morphed into Fulham's star striker in promotion push

The Serbian endured a difficult time under Rafa Benitez but he has been thriving under his compatriot Slavisa Jokanovic at Craven Cottage

Twelve months ago, Aleksandar Mitrovic was a bit-part player in Newcastle United's promotion, but now the Serbian striker is now spearheading Fulham’s late, great push for a return to the top flight.

Since dropping back down to the Championship in January on loan, the striker has looked like a new man. He's been crucial to helping the Cottagers to extend their unbeaten run to 22 games and they are guaranteed at least a play-off position with two games to go.