Italian Serie A aspect Fiorentina have reportedly reached an settlement to signal Ghanaian worldwide Tariq Lamptey from Brighton & Hove Albion in a deal price round €6 million, with extra performance-related bonuses.
The 24-year-old defender is predicted to pen a four-year contract and journey to Italy this weekend to finish the transfer.
At Fiorentina, Lamptey is about to serve primarily as a backup to Brazilian proper wing-back Dodo, although his versatility permits him to function on both flank when wanted.
The switch represents a contemporary chapter for Lamptey, whose current years at Brighton have been hindered by recurring accidents.
Since becoming a member of the Seagulls from Chelsea in 2020, he has remodeled 100 appearances, gaining recognition as a dynamic and adaptable full-back.
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Regardless of being restricted to simply 15 Premier League appearances final season resulting from health setbacks, Lamptey nonetheless managed to contribute two targets and a number of other assists.
His absence from Brighton’s early-season squads this marketing campaign additional signalled a probable exit, in the end paving the best way for the transfer to Florence.
Now getting ready for all times in Serie A, Lamptey faces the problem of re-establishing himself on the high degree and making a significant impression on Fiorentina’s marketing campaign.
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On the worldwide stage, Lamptey has been named in Ghana’s squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in opposition to Chad and Mali in early September.
With the Black Stars at present main their group, his inclusion is seen as essential to Ghana’s push for a spot on the event, which might be staged throughout the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
