Fiorentina have officially announced the acquisition of Nicolò Zaniolo from Galatasaray on a temporary basis with an option to make the transfer permanent. This move marks a return to familiar territory for Zaniolo, who began his youth career in Fiorentina’s academy.
Born on July 2, 1999, in Massa, the 25-year-old Italian international has had a diverse career path, featuring for Roma, Aston Villa, and most recently, Atalanta. Zaniolo’s experience spans across multiple top-flight leagues and European competitions, accumulating nearly 200 appearances in Serie A, Premier League, Turkish Süper Lig, Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.
Throughout his career, Zaniolo has demonstrated his attacking prowess, contributing 34 goals and 19 assists across all competitions. His trophy cabinet includes a UEFA Conference League title with Roma and a Turkish Süper Lig championship with Galatasaray.
On the international stage, Zaniolo has represented Italy’s senior national team 19 times, finding the back of the net twice. His versatility and experience at the highest level make him a valuable addition to Fiorentina’s squad.
The talented midfielder has chosen to wear the number 17 shirt for La Viola, as he looks to make an immediate impact and help the team in their pursuit of success in both domestic and European competitions.
