Fiorentina have emerged as serious contenders to sign Anglo-Nigerian midfielder Faustino Anjorin from Empoli, joining Serie A rivals AS Roma in the race for the former Chelsea academy graduate, Soccernet.ng reports .
Anjorin, 23, is attracting attention following Empoli's relegation to Serie B. Despite being under contract until 2027, the club could be forced to cash in on the talented midfielder to balance the books.
According to FiorentinaUno , Fiorentina officials discussed Anjorin during recent negotiations with Empoli to finalise the 10 million transfer of Jacopo Fazzini.
The versatile Anjorin is said to have long been admired by Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso and other senior figures at the club, with updates expected in the coming weeks.
Nigeria's Anjorin, watched by RomaRoma, meanwhile, remain firmly in the mix.