Tottenham Hotspur have made it clear they won’t let Fabio Paratici leave for Fiorentina without receiving compensation.
The Italian sporting director has reportedly attracted interest from the struggling Serie A side, but Spurs are standing their ground.
Paratici, who has been linked with the Florence-based club, has already informed Spurs chief executive Vinai Venkatesham about the potential move.
While he has indicated that an approach might come, no formal contact has been made as of now, leaving his contract intact for the time being.
Paratici’s Journey at Spurs Has Been Unusual
Paratici’s time at Tottenham has been anything but straightforward.
He resigned as managing director of football back in April 2023 after FIFA extended a ban related to financial irregularities at Juventus to cover all global football.
Despite stepping down from his official role, Paratici remained at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, working in a consultancy capacity and maintaining a visible presence around the club.
When his ban expired earlier this year, Spurs welcomed him back as sporting director just two months ago, a role he shares with Johan Lange.
CEO Vinai Venkatesham praised the pair for their combined leadership, describing it as “an evolution in how we operate” aimed at “sustained success.”
The Stakes Are High for Tottenham
If Paratici does leave so soon after his reappointment, it could reflect poorly on Venkatesham and complicate Tottenham’s January transfer plans.
With the transfer window looming, losing their senior recruitment expert at such a critical time would be a serious setback.
Tottenham’s stance shows they are prepared to defend their interests and ensure that any departure is handled with proper negotiation, rather than letting the situation unravel quietly.
Fiorentina’s Interest and Italian Context
Fiorentina, currently struggling at the bottom of Serie A, have made no secret of their interest in Paratici.
The club picked up a rare 5-1 win against Udinese on Sunday, marking their first league victory of the season after a dismal start with just nine points from 16 matches.
The Italian club is looking for a fresh start after their previous sporting director, Daniele Prade, left by mutual consent last month.
Paratici’s experience and connections could be a tempting option as they attempt to reverse a poor run of results.
What’s Next for Both Clubs
For Tottenham, the focus will be on maintaining stability in the recruitment department and ensuring the club’s transfer strategy remains on track.
Fiorentina, on the other hand, are eager to secure someone who can help steer them away from the relegation zone.
Whether Paratici makes the move or stays put, the coming weeks promise to be pivotal for both sides as the January transfer window approaches.
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