Como is pushing to finalize a deal for Fiorentina striker Moise Kean, submitting a second improved bid worth up to €42 million including bonuses as personal terms remain agreed. The swift negotiation leaves Kean’s playing status uncertain ahead of a crucial Serie A fixture at Roma.
Como Pushes Improved Bid After Months of Personal Terms Agreement
Serie A side Como has accelerated its pursuit of Fiorentina striker Moise Kean, lodging an improved second bid designed to bridge valuation gaps between the two clubs. Como has increased the offer to €38 million with bonuses, with total potential packages expected to reach €42 million to secure the 26-year-old forward’s signature. Initial approaches from the lakeside club were rejected, but persistent negotiations have brought an agreement between the clubs near completion.
The pursuit benefits from a long-standing understanding between the player and his prospective new club. Kean had an agreement over personal terms for a month now, a reality that Fiorentina sporting director Fabio Paratici has monitored closely while evaluating the market. Meanwhile, Como’s leadership conducted careful financial checks before formalizing the improved offer, which includes a fixed base fee approaching €40 million.
Fiorentina Stance and the Matchday Absence at Roma
Fiorentina officials have publicly insisted the club operates under no financial pressure to part ways with their forward. Speaking to DAZN ahead of a fixture against Roma, Fabio Paratici outlined three explicit conditions required for any departure: the player requesting an exit, a suitable financial offer arriving, and the acquisition of an equal or better replacement.
The tension coincided with Kean’s absence from the starting lineup at the Stadio Olimpico.
Tactical Explanations and Professionalism Amid Transfer Rumors
Manager Fabio Grosso addressed the striker’s benching during the Roma fixture, attributing the decision entirely to tactical considerations rather than ongoing transfer speculation. Grosso explained that he anticipated a match requiring intense physical work upfront, opting to start Mateo Pellegrino with the intention of introducing Kean’s distinct qualities during the second half.
The substitution plan was overtaken by events on the pitch. Roma scored their third goal precisely as Grosso prepared to introduce the striker. Despite the friction caused by the impending transfer, Grosso praised Kean’s professionalism, noting how immersed the player has remained in his daily work despite continuous market distractions.
Alternative Targets and Parallel Market Strategy
Both clubs have maintained active contingency plans as the transfer window progresses. Como and Fiorentina are closely tracking Beto, the former Udinese player currently looking for a departure from Everton. The striker’s potential return to Italy serves as a mutual point of interest for both Serie A sides as they finalize their attacking rosters for the remainder of the season.
