Fiorentina clinches Njie as Palace's move is blocked

Alieu Njie has signed for ACF Fiorentina, leaving Torino, on a loan of €4 m, with a purchase obligation of €12 m, additional clauses up to €4 m and a 10 percent cut on any future sale. The transfer was confirmed on August 30, while the young winger is currently called up by the Swedish Under‑21 national team.

The Fiorentina Project

Njie said that the decision was driven by the club's project, described as “young” and “full of potential”. Coach Paolo Vanoli, who had already seen him make his Serie A debut with Torino, was a decisive factor: “Vanoli gave me my debut in Serie A, and it was essential for my development.”

The negotiations with the Premier League

During the summer, Torino received several offers, including one from the Premier League. Crystal Palace tried to intervene at the last minute, but the maroon club rejected the proposals. Njie said: “There were moments when the move to Crystal Palace seemed close, but Torino always turned it down.”

The player then stated: “It was a difficult decision, because I was ready to leave Italy, but Fiorentina made a really good offer, I couldn't refuse it.”

Other clubs showed interest, including RB Salzburg, but the choice fell on the Tuscan side, where the youngster hopes to consolidate his development.

The transfer, besides the financial value, includes a future gain for Torino thanks to the 10 percent on any subsequent sale of Njie.