Barzagli in Tuscan tussle Friday 25 May, 2007
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Andrea Barzagli’s agent has revealed that the Palermo defender’s dream move to Fiorentina is unlikely to happen.
The Italian international, contracted until 2010, is expected to be sold at the end of the season and he has a Viola switch on his mind.
However, Claudio Orlandini has this afternoon admitted that the problematic relationship between the two clubs is a major hurdle to clear.
“The situation is very simple,” he noted. “The player himself would really like to sign for Fiorentina this summer.
“Unfortunately the two clubs do not speak to each other and there is no relationship whatsoever. If this continues then it will be very difficult to resolve.”
The representative also insists that the £10.7m valuation given to the World Cup winner by the Sicilian outfit wouldn’t pose a problem for the Tuscan giants.
“That is what the Rosanero are asking for, but I think that a deal could be finalised for something around £9m,” he noted.
“Obviously, as long as the distance between Fiorentina and Palermo remains like this then we cannot expect any news.
“We will have to wait until we all meet again in Milan for the summer market to discuss the issue further.”
The former Chievo defender has also been heavily associated with a transfer to Juventus following their return to the top flight.
Channel 4