Romanian central defender Radu Drăgușin, transferred this summer from Tottenham to Fiorentina, is expected to make his debut on Monday for the Viola team, in an away match at Stadio Olimpico against AS Roma.
Last winter, Drăgușin was even wanted by AS Roma, but his transfer did not materialize, even though his agent Florin Manea stated at the time that „the gladiators feel good in Rome,” hinting at a potential transfer near the Coliseum.
"The first version of Drăgușin seen around here is indeed that of a gladiator, a central defender as solid as a rock, with a strong defensive presence and significant physical presence. Therefore, what better stage than the Olimpico to demonstrate his gladiator skills?"
In the absence of surprises, he will lead the Viola defense on Monday night and probably for the rest of the season. Taking on such a delicate task, which is in great need of guidance, is never an easy task. The hope for Monday is that, at the end of the 90 minutes, the thumb will not be pointing downwards," writes Fiorentinanews.com.
Even the Romanian international recently admitted that there were extensive discussions between him and the Roman club last winter: "There were some opportunities in January, but nothing materialized. What matters is the present. Now I am here, in Florence, and I am very happy with my choice. I immediately felt the warmth and trust from the club. I want to repay them on the field for everything they have given me," the Romanian pointed out for Tuttomercatoweb.it.
Roma and Fiorentina will meet on Monday at 9:45 PM, in the epilogue of the first round of the new Serie A season.
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