Milan secure teenage forward Stokic with new long-term contract
AC Milan have secured the future of teenage forward Milena Stokic, with the Serbian international signing a contract extension that will keep her at the club until 2028. The new deal, confirmed by the club, comes as a reward for the 19-year-old's resilience and key contributions after returning from a serious injury.
Stokic suffered a fractured fibula in June last year, an injury that kept her sidelined for six months. During her rehabilitation, Milan's commitment to her long-term development never wavered, culminating in this significant show of faith. The club's decision to extend her contract, as reported by Italian media, underscores a policy of valuing the individual as much as their on-pitch performances.
The forward has emphatically repaid that faith since her return. She was the standout performer in a recent Serie A Women match against Sassuolo, scoring a decisive brace that revitalized Milan's push for a third-place finish under coach Bakker. After the match, Stokic stated her ambition clearly, telling reporters, "We want Champions League qualification." Her form is timely, as she will lead the line for Serbia against Italy in a crucial World Cup qualifier on April 14th.
Stokic's story of recovery and immediate impact is mirrored by another Serie A star, Napoli's Danish forward Emma Floe. Floe also struck a hat-trick for Napoli against Genoa, keeping her team in European contention. She will face Italy with Denmark just four days after Stokic's Serbia, presenting the Azzurre with two in-form attacking obstacles in quick succession. Floe's performances have reportedly attracted significant interest from clubs across Europe.
For Milan, tying down Stokic represents a crucial piece of long-term planning. As a class of 2005 talent, she is seen as a cornerstone for the club's ambitions in both domestic and European competitions. Her new contract removes any immediate uncertainty and allows her to focus fully on helping Milan achieve their Champions League goal this season. The deal signals Milan's intent to build a competitive project around a core of promising young players, with Stokic now firmly at its heart.
