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Transfer interest in Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel

Overview

Lecce has secured Portuguese center-back Tiago Gabriel with a contract extension running until June 2030. This move was intended to provide the Italian club with leverage amid interest from several Premier League sides, including Brentford, which previously had a transfer proposal rejected. Other clubs such as Crystal Palace, Fulham, and AC Milan have also been linked to the 21-year-old.

Following the extension, Fiorentina has identified Gabriel as a primary target to strengthen their defense during the January transfer window. Fiorentina faces potential competition from AC Milan for the player, whose market value is estimated at approximately 25 million euros.

Recent reports indicate that while AC Milan entered negotiations in late August, the move failed to materialize because management deemed the costs too high and coach Ruben Amorim was not fully convinced by the signing. Lecce is reportedly seeking a fee between €30 million and €40 million, despite some valuations placing him closer to €15 million.

Fiorentina management, including Fabio Paratici, views the 21-year-old as a key component for a long-term defensive project. Gabriel, who stands nearly 1.95 meters tall, has recently demonstrated his presence in Serie A, including scoring a header in a match against Fiorentina.

Entities

Tiago Gabriel · Fiorentina · AC Milan · Lecce · Marco Masini

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Fiorentina targets Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel amid transfer interest

    Fiorentina is pursuing Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel for the January window, facing competition from Premier League and AC Milan clubs.

  2. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Fiorentina targets Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel for January

    Fiorentina is eyeing Lecce defender Tiago Gabriel for a January transfer, facing competition from AC Milan for the Portuguese center-back.

  3. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Lecce extends Tiago Gabriel contract amid Brentford interest

    Lecce has extended Tiago Gabriel's contract until 2030, strengthening their position amid transfer interest from Brentford, AC Milan, and other Premier League clubs.

Sources

chiamarsibomber.com · fcinternews.it · fiorentinanews.com · firenzeviola.it · sempremilan.com · sport1.pl · tuttojuve.com · violanews.com

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