31.08.2026 15:00
During the period when transfer efforts were ongoing at Galatasaray, a surprising development occurred regarding Lucas Torreira. The Italian press reported that Fiorentina has begun negotiations with the yellow-reds to bring the Uruguayan star back to their squad, and that Torreira is also open to returning to his former team. Torreira had captained the team in the recent Göztepe match.
While the summer transfer period is busy at Galatasaray, a striking transfer report came from Italy for one of the team's key players, Lucas Torreira. After recently adding Rafael Leao to the squad and reaching an agreement stage with Deniz Gül, a potential departure has now been brought to the agenda for the yellow-reds.
FIORENTINA STEPS IN FOR TORREIRA
According to the news in La Gazzetta dello Sport, Fiorentina wants to bring Lucas Torreira back to their squad. It was stated that the Italian club has started negotiations with Galatasaray for the transfer. It was reported that Fiorentina has not forgotten the Uruguayan midfielder, who previously wore their jersey, and continues its efforts to bring him back to Florence.
TORREIRA GIVES GREEN LIGHT FOR RETURN
The report also included another striking detail about the transfer. It was stated that Torreira, who is said to love Florence very much, looks favorably on the idea of returning to his former club Fiorentina. The Uruguayan player wore the Fiorentina jersey during the 2021-22 season.
FORMULA: LOAN + PURCHASE OPTION
The formula considered for the transfer was also shared in the Italian press report. It was stated that Torreira is expected to go to Fiorentina on a loan with a purchase option. How the negotiations between the parties will conclude has not yet been clarified.
PLAYED 178 MATCHES AT GALATASARAY
Lucas Torreira, who transferred from Arsenal to Galatasaray in 2022, has played in 178 matches so far wearing the yellow-red jersey. The Uruguayan player, who spent a total of 14,221 minutes on the field, contributed 11 goals and 17 assists in these matches.
LIFTED 6 TROPHIES
Torreira won 6 trophies in his Galatasaray career, including 4 Süper Lig titles, 1 Turkish Cup, and 1 Super Cup. The 30-year-old player's contract with Galatasaray continues until June 30, 2028. According to Transfermarkt data, Torreira's current market value is 10 million euros.