Former Juventus Striker Darko Kovacevic Who Survives A Shooting Attempt

JAKARTA - Do you still remember Darko Kovacevic? Yes, the former Real Sociedad and Juventus striker was the victim of a shooting outside his home in Athens, Greece.

As described by Marca, Wednesday, January 8 local time - citing the Greek newspaper Ta Nea - two men ambushed Kovacevic outside his residence. They aimed fire at the 46-year-old man, but no bullets hit him.

Kovacevic is said to have injured himself lying face down on the ground to dodge bullets. Meanwhile the attackers fled in the belief that they had disabled the Serbian man

The former team-mate of Nihat Kahveci at La Real is said to have suffered injuries to his wrists and feet during the attacks. Luckily, nothing serious. Meanwhile the car used in the attack was later found on fire.

"I saw a man get out of his car with a gun and come up to me, said Kovacevic.

The La Liga club posted a message on Twitter that read: We have heard some disturbing news in Athens. Darko, you will get well soon. "So far there has been no information on the motive for the attack on Kovacevic.

Nos llegan noticias preocupantes desde Atenas. Darko, te deseamos una pronta recuperación 🙏 # AurreraReala pic.twitter.com/zD6CV9uwUT

- Real Sociedad Fútbol (@RealSociedad) January 7, 2020

Kovacevic is a fast and strong striker, with good movement, technique and finishing. The hallmark of the game is the strength and ability to place positions. Currently, he is the sporting director of the Serbian football association.

He netted 107 goals in two periods with La Real. He also played for Sheffield Wednesday, Lazio and Juventus during his career. During his time playing in Serie A, he only won the 1999 Intertoto Cup.