(Football news) The 21 year old striker from Serbia has rejected a contract extension from Fiorentina which already makes him the man to watch out for next season's transfer window. This summer he was linked with the likes of Juventus, Atletico Madrid, Arsenal, Tottenham and Liverpool but Dusan Vlahovic chose to stay at Fiorentina for one more season.
Vlahovic this season has already scored six goals in eight matches so far for Fiorentina. The Serbian was going to become the club's highest paid player in the history had he accepted the 4 million pounds a year offer. The striker next season will be available for a cut price as teams from all over Europe will compete for his signature. Whilst the striker is clearly talented, Vlahovic believes that he can compete with Haaland in every aspect except speed. If you see their gameplay both have similar playing style with unbelievable finishing ability, although at this moment Haaland is in a class of his own Dusan Vlahovic would be hoping that a big move next year will help get the recognition that he deserves. He is faster than me,”. “But for the rest, we compete. Vlahovic told DAZN.
Vlahovic last season took the Serie A by storm as he scored 21 goals for Fiorentina only Lukaku and Ronaldo had scored more goals then him. His physical presence in the penalty box and his aerial abilities makes him a proper fox in the box striker, his playing style will suit any club who want a number 9 desperately. With Haaland also plotting a big move next season clubs might prefer the cheaper alternative in the form of Dusan Vlahovic, for Fiorentina they need to cash in on him next season or risk losing him for free in 2023.
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The owner of the Fiorentina Rocco Commisso said on Tuesday , “We would have made him the highest-paid player in the history of the club. We also improved our offer on a number of occasions in order to accommodate the requests of both Dusan and his entourage. However, despite our efforts, those offers have not been accepted, continued Commisso. During my time in Florence over the past few weeks, I have personally endeavoured to find a solution that would make both the player and the club happy, but I am disappointed to say that our efforts and attempts have not been rewarded. At this point, all that we can do is acknowledge the wishes of the player and his entourage and quickly identify feasible, appropriate solutions as we proceed with this exciting new season."
“In any case, Dusan Vlahovic has a contract linking him to Fiorentina for the next 21 months. We have no doubt that the player will – as he always has – do his bit to help the team achieve its objectives, showing the same level of professionalism he has shown since he arrived in Florence, with the utmost respect from our fans, his team-mates, the coach and the club as a whole."
