Nicolò Fagioli’s Juventus Departure: Choosing Fiorentina Over Marseille and Allegri’s Input

After 11 years in the black and white stripes of Juventus, Nicolò Fagioli made a surprising move to Fiorentina. The transfer, which came down to the wire in the final minutes of the transfer window, sees Fagioli join the Viola on an initial loan deal worth 2.5 million euros, with a conditional obligation to buy set at 13.5 million euros plus 2.5 million in bonuses, potentially totalling 18.5 million euros.

Calciomercato report how Fagioli’s decision to leave Juventus had become increasingly likely as the January transfer window progressed. Limited playing time under manager Thiago Motta, coupled with his desire for regular first-team football, created an untenable situation for the young midfielder. Despite Juventus’ belief in Fagioli’s potential, the player’s determination to move on ultimately swayed the club’s decision.

The race for Fagioli’s signature came down to two clubs: Marseille and Fiorentina. While Marseille, led by Roberto De Zerbi, made a strong push for the player, Fagioli had reservations about moving abroad at this stage of his career. De Zerbi, who has long admired Fagioli, made several attempts to convince the midfielder of his tactical plans and the player’s potential role in the team.

Interestingly, Massimiliano Allegri, Fagioli’s former coach at Juventus, played a part in the transfer saga. Allegri facilitated communication between Marseille and Fagioli, and the player sought his advice on the potential move. However, Fagioli’s preference to remain in Serie A ultimately prevailed.

Fiorentina emerged as the ideal destination for Fagioli, who was drawn to the project under manager Raffaele Palladino. The Viola’s recent success in revitalizing careers, as seen with Moise Kean, another former Juventus player, likely influenced Fagioli’s decision.

For Fagioli, this move represents a chance to reignite his career after a challenging first half of the season. The midfielder hopes that his time in Florence will not only provide him with regular playing time but also potentially pave the way for a return to the Italian national team.

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