Fiorentina Close In on Viktor Lindelöf as Race Heats Up

Fiorentina are in talks with Swedish defender Viktor Lindelöf, who is interested in moving to Serie A. Everton are also interested, but Fiorentina are leading the race for his signature as negotiations progress rapidly.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Fiorentina have intensified their pursuit of Viktor Lindelöf, beginning talks over a free transfer for the Sweden international. After leaving Manchester United when his contract expired this summer, Lindelöf is weighing his options after eight successful years at Old Trafford, where he won both the FA Cup and Carabao Cup. Everton have also shown interest in Lindelöf, but the player is reportedly more enticed by the thought of moving to Italy. Fiorentina want to complete the deal as soon as possible so they can add Lindelöf’s international experience and leadership qualities to their defensive ranks. As per reports, Fiorentina want ex-Manchester United defender Victor Lindelöf as their new centre back, and he is also eager to reunite with former teammate David de Gea, who is now Fiorentina’s first-choice goalkeeper.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR FIORENTINA AND THE UPCOMING SEASON

After finishing sixth in Serie A last season and qualifying for the Conference League, Fiorentina is keen to return to continental action and is making significant moves in the transfer market to strengthen its defence. Lindelöf would bring much-needed experience to a back line that conceded 48 league goals last season. Fiorentina began their new season at home against Cagliari, in a match that ended in a draw, and are now set to play Torino. Every point will be crucial, so strengthening the defence is a top priority.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR FIORENTINA’S LINDELOF AND RIVALS?

If the talks are concluded soon, Lindelöf could make his Serie A and European debut for Fiorentina in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, Everton, who finished midtable in the Premier League last season, will have to look elsewhere for defensive reinforcements if Lindelöf heads to Italy. With a few points needed to secure a European place, Fiorentina will hope that a good start—and the possible signing of Lindelöf—can get them into the top six early in the season.