Deportivo La Coruna is moving forward with the signing of Lorenzo Amatucci, a 22-year-old Italian midfielder who played on loan at Las Palmas last season.

What has happened?

The Galician club has reached a verbal agreement with the player, who is waiting for the green light from Fiorentina to complete the operation. Deportivo La Coruna is keeping an eye on the transfer market ahead of its return to La Liga, with 77 points and a second-place finish in the Segunda División standings, 5 points behind leaders Racing Santander.

Why is it important for Deportivo La Coruna?

Lorenzo Amatucci would be a great signing for Antonio Hidalgo, as the midfielder has proven his worth at Las Palmas, playing 42 out of 44 possible games in LaLiga Hypermotion. His position was fixed in the midfield alongside Kirian Rodríguez, either in a double pivot, forming a 4-2-3-1 or in a four-man line, in a 4-4-2.

What comes next?

Fiorentina and Deportivo La Coruna are in advanced negotiations for Lorenzo Amatucci, and the signing could be completed in the coming days if the Italian club gives the green light. Deportivo La Coruna is looking to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season, after a good performance in the last campaign, with 65 goals scored and 44 conceded, and a record of 22 wins, 11 draws and 9 losses in 42 games