Dragusin reveals how Paratici was decisive in move from Tottenham to Fiorentina

Dragusin reveals how Paratici was decisive in move from Tottenham to Fiorentina Radu Dragusin has pointed to Fabio Paratici as the decisive figure behind his move to Fiorentina, revealing that the sporting director’s call set a rapid deal in motion. According to Corriere dello Sport , the Romania defender held his presentation press conference at the Viola Park a day after fellow new arrival Arthur Atta. “I chose Fiorentina because it has a growth project,” the centre-back said. “The negotiation started with the call from Paratici, whom I know very well. The fact that he was here had a big influence.” The pair’s history runs deep: it was Paratici who took Dragusin to Tottenham from Genoa in 2024, and their reunion needed little deliberation. “When I received Fiorentina’s call, we didn’t think about it much, the negotiation didn’t last long.” ENFIELD, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 25: Radu Dragusin of Tottenham Hotspur looks on during a Tottenham Hotspur training session ahead of the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match against Paris Saint-Germain at Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre on November 25, 2025 in Enfield, England. (Photo by James Fearn/Getty Images) Dragusin on the failed Roma move and his Tottenham exit The defender also addressed his near-move to the capital in January. “In the winter there were negotiations, but for various reasons I didn’t go anywhere,” he said. His final season in London was wrecked by injury, but Dragusin insists that chapter has closed. “I’m 100% recovered; I feel able to give a lot. I had a horrible year that helped me grow in other ways,” he explained. “I want to thank Tottenham; I saw a different world and it gave me a Europa League win.” Signed on loan with an option that becomes an obligation under certain conditions , Dragusin was unambiguous about where he sees his future. “The fact that I’m here means only Fiorentina matters. I want to stay here to do great things and repay the club’s faith.” He had warm words, too, for his reunion with Fabio Grosso, whom he faced when the coach was at Frosinone, and for his new teammates: “I found a group with a lot of hunger.”