Official: Fiorentina confirm signing of former Arsenal target
The 19-year-old underwent his medical tests with Fiorentina this morning (watch here) and earlier today the Serie A giants confirmed the signing of the promising shot-stopper who had previously been linked with a move to Arsenal.
The U-19 France International, however, was removed from the Gunners’ wish-list when Arsene Wenger left North London.
Arsenal were no more interested in Lafont when Emery took over as the Spaniard opted to sign Bernd Leno instead.Lafont è un calciatore della Fiorentina!
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The Germany star joined the Gunners for a fee close to € 25 million last month (read the details).
Fiorentina are believed to have paid a fee close to € 8.5 million to secure the services of the Frenchman.
The player has signed a five-year deal with the Franchi hierarchy and is now set to join the U-19 France squad which is due to play the European Championship.
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