“He’s keen” – Fabrizio Romano delivers worrying update on a potential imminent Tottenham departure
Tottenham Hotspur supporters are eager to see the club act decisively in the January transfer window, with continued interest in Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo and possible alternatives such as Manchester City wingers Omar Marmoush and Savinho, should Spurs be priced out of the Premier League’s top attacking targets. Reinforcements are clearly needed in the final third to support Mohammed Kudus creatively and help Randal Kolo Muani convert chances. However, while fans focus on potential attacking upgrades, attention is now turning to the risk of a damaging departure behind the scenes.
Fiorentina have endured an even more alarming downturn than Tottenham in the 2025/26 season. Once one of Serie A’s most admired sides, the Viola now find themselves rooted to the bottom of the table, struggling to register victories in the league.
As part of their plans to arrest the decline, Fiorentina have identified Fabio Paratici as a leading candidate to spearhead their rebuild. According to Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, the Tottenham executive is “open to joining” the Serie A club as a long-term sporting director, with Fiorentina reportedly prepared to offer him a five-year contract in Florence.
Romano adds that discussions are ongoing, and while several formal steps must still be completed, there is a genuine possibility of Paratici making the move in 2026. The Italian is also said to be “keen” on a return to Serie A.
All indications suggest Tottenham may be forced to come to terms with Paratici’s departure, with the prospect of leading Fiorentina’s rebuild appearing increasingly attractive. His potential exit would represent a significant setback for Spurs, given his influence in shaping the squad and overseeing key signings during his time at the club.
Losing Paratici would be a major blow for Tottenham, comparable to the departure of an important player, and would add to the sense of regression that has surrounded the club in recent months. “He’s keen” – Fabrizio Romano’s update has raised serious concerns over an imminent Tottenham exit.
