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Rugani Joins Fiorentina on Loan to Boost Defense

2/3/2026

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Daniele Rugani joined Fiorentina on a six-month loan from Juventus for €500,000, with a mandatory purchase option if Fiorentina avoids relegation.
The transfer was finalized on deadline day to bolster Fiorentina's defense as they fight to stay in Serie A.
Rugani has played for Empoli and Ajax, with 177 Serie A appearances and multiple titles.
The loan lets Juventus manage its squad while keeping Rugani under contract through 2028.

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Daniele Rugani joined Fiorentina on a six-month loan from Juventus for €500,000, with a mandatory purchase option if Fiorentina avoids relegation.
The transfer was finalized on deadline day to bolster Fiorentina's defense as they fight to stay in Serie A.
Rugani has played for Empoli and Ajax, with 177 Serie A appearances and multiple titles.
The loan lets Juventus manage its squad while keeping Rugani under contract through 2028.