Fiorentina is reportedly interested in 38-year-old Italian international Francesco Acerbi, whose contract is expiring. The potential transfer for the Inter defender is linked to a need within the club for charismatic leaders, a quality that was considered to have been lacking during difficult moments last season.
One of sporting director Fabio Paratici's objectives is to add experience, personality, and a winning mentality, according to FirenzeViola.it. Acerbi is considered an ideal profile for this, as he is a player accustomed to high-level competition, has won in Italy with Inter, and was a key figure for the national team at Euro 2021. While his physical condition and playing time would require careful management, he would provide leadership, charisma, and reliability. The defender has 34 caps for his country and a current market value of €2.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Al Hilal has also been linked with the player.
