What happened: Fiorentina and Tottenham Hotspur have reached a verbal club-to-club agreement on a loan with an obligation to buy. The player has accepted the move, leaving formal completion as the remaining step.
Why it matters: The structure gives Fiorentina an immediate addition while setting up a permanent transfer. Tottenham’s approval marks a shift after the move failed to advance in January.
By the numbers: Fiorentina placed the signing atop their list in January. The agreement is structured as a loan with an obligation to buy.
What to watch: The clubs must finalize the paperwork before the transfer can be formally announced.