Genoa chase Dzeko as he nears Fiorentina exit, De Rossi calls | OneFootball

Edin Dzeko’s experience at Fiorentina seems to be heading towards an early conclusion. Having arrived in the summer from Fenerbahce with high expectations, the Bosnian striker has not managed to carve out a central role in the Viola’s project, also due to a complicated season for the club both technically and environmentally.

Genoa, Dzeko set to leave Fiorentina: De Rossi calls him, the Grifone accelerates

This scenario is pushing both parties to consider a separation as early as the winter transfer window.

A marriage that never really took off

Dzeko’s return to Serie A was welcomed as a high-profile signing, but the pitch told a different story. Limited playing time, constant tactical changes, and a struggling team have prevented the striker from showing consistency and leadership. At 39, with his 40th birthday just around the corner, the Bosnian feels the need for an environment where he can still feel decisive.

Hence the desire to change scenery without leaving the Italian league, where Dzeko continues to be highly regarded.

De Rossi and the human factor: Genoa in pole position

The hottest name is Genoa. The Rossoblù club, fighting to avoid relegation, is looking for experienced profiles capable of bringing weight to the locker room and effectiveness in the penalty area. The idea leads directly to Daniele De Rossi, current coach of the Grifone and former teammate of Dzeko during their time at Roma.

The bond between the two goes beyond a simple professional relationship. De Rossi knows well the human and technical value of the striker and believes he can be a fundamental asset not only for his goals, but also for managing key moments of the season. In other words, a reference point for the whole team.

Formula and details of the deal

The deal would be based on very clear terms. Dzeko would leave Fiorentina on a permanent transfer and sign a short-term contract with Genoa, most likely until the end of the season. The renewal could be tied to a specific condition: the Rossoblù staying in Serie A.

A solution that protects both parties and fits with the player’s age, who is being called upon to make an immediate impact rather than build a long-term project.

Cagliari’s competition and the player’s intentions

Cagliari has also shown interest in Dzeko, seeking an experienced striker to make up for Belotti’s injury. However, negotiations with the Sardinians appear more complicated in several respects, both economically and in terms of project.

Genoa therefore remains the clear favorite, also because the player’s intentions seem to be leaning towards the Rossoblù solution. A general agreement could be reached soon, should the parties decide to push the deal forward in the coming days.

An ending yet to be written

For Dzeko, leaving Fiorentina would not represent a surrender, but rather an opportunity to put himself back at the center of a project that values experience, charisma, and tactical intelligence. For Genoa, it would be a targeted addition, capable of shifting delicate balances in the relegation battle.

The winter transfer window is just around the corner and the Bosnian striker’s future seems increasingly distant from Florence. Now it’s up to the negotiations, but the feeling is that the path has already been set.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.