Fiorentina slam Sousa reports

Fiorentina released a strongly-worded statement denying Coach Paulo Sousa is ready to leave the club.

The story of a return to Portugal emerged when Sousa hired a moving van, but it later emerged this was because he was changing house to another area in Florence.

Fiorentina released a strongly-worded statement denying Coach Paulo Sousa is ready to leave the club.

The story of a return to Portugal emerged when Sousa hired a moving van, but it later emerged this was because he was changing house to another area in Florence.

“ACF Fiorentina firmly deny the unfounded story of an imminent farewell for Coach Paulo Sousa, which was spread today on Mediaset by journalist Paolo Bargiggia.

“Fiorentina are stunned at the superficiality with which such a grave scenario was reported. Fiorentina have always collaborated with the media and individual journalists on social networks, respecting the right of opinion and criticism, but no longer intend to accept reports based on allegations, suppositions or unverified claims.

“All this damages the club, its protagonists and the fans, creating confusion.

“The club therefore invites those who deal with the Viola world to work with greater respect and fairness.”