Tottenham Hotspur have made ‘first contact’ over a potential deal to sign Fiorentina midfielder Nicolo Fagioli, according to reports Ekrem Konur.
Fagioli is a product of the famous Juventus Next Gen, which has produced the likes of Samuel Mbangula from Werder Bremen, Alessandro Pio Riccio from Sampdoria and Kenan Yildiz, who is currently shining for the first team.
The youngster was compared to Italy great Andrea Pirlo when he was still in the academy, and it is no surprise that his debut came during the Italian legend’s stint as coach of Juventus, where he was immediately named in the starting line-up for the 4-0 Coppa Italia victory over SPAL in January 2021.
Since then, he has made 69 appearances for the Bianconeri before sealing a permanent move to Fiorentina in search of regular playing time.
Since arriving in Florence, he has not only been one of the team’s standouts despite their poor form, but also one of the best midfielders in Serie A, earning him seven caps for the Italian national team.
However, I, Viola, am ranked 16th, level with Lecce at 18th, making relegation likely and possibly leading to the departure of some key players.
One player who could leave is Fagioli, said Ekrem Konurwho claims the 25-year-old is a subject of keen interest from Tottenham, with the London club now keeping a close eye on his situation at the Stadio Artemio Franchi ahead of a potential move.
‘First contacts’ made
Spurs appear to be accelerating their attempts to sign him as the journalist adds that the Europa League champions have made first contact over the possibility of the midfielder joining the club next summer.
However, Tottenham face stiff competition for Fagioli’s signature as Premier League rivals Newcastle United have also made contact to sign the Italian, the report says, so Spurs will have to move quickly to outdo their rivals.
Fagioli has shown a high level of technical skill and tactical adaptability this season. Despite Florentina appointing three different coaches, including Stefano Pioli, Daniele Galloppo and, most recently, Paolo Vanoli, the 25-year-old has remained indispensable in the starting line-up when fit.
Such tactical adaptability would make him suitable for Premier League football, and it is no surprise that Tottenham and Newcastle are now vying to sign him.
With Fiorentina facing relegation, the Italian club will most likely demand a fee well in excess of its £12 million Transfer market appreciation, because it would be daunting to keep him after the summer.
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