Lucas Torreira admits he had ‘already been thinking of returning to Italy for some time’ after his Arsenal move and chose Fiorentina after weeks of talks.
The transfer has now been completed, on loan for €1.5m with option to buy for a further €15m, and he has chosen the number 18 jersey.
“I had already been thinking of returning to Italy for some time, and fortunately the proposal arrived from Fiorentina, who really wanted me,” Torreira told the official Fiorentina website.
“I am very happy to be here. (Director Daniele) Pradè is a wonderful person and really helped me when I was at Sampdoria.
“I spoke often with him over the last few weeks. I’m also happy for him that this move went through, because he really was determined.”
The Serie A side released a video of the Uruguay international undergoing his medical tests and posing with President Rocco Commisso before putting pen to paper on the contract.
“I can’t wait to challenge myself with this team. It’s up to coach Italiano whether I am ready to play against Torino this weekend or not. Forza Viola!”
Forza viola