ACF Fiorentina has successfully secured the signing of Brazilian centre-back Viery Fernandes from Grêmio for a base fee of €15 million, along with additional performance-related bonuses. The 21-year-old defender's transfer comes after a previous €12 million offer from Fiorentina was rejected earlier this summer.

Details of the Transfer

The transfer saga surrounding Viery has unfolded over several weeks, with Grêmio initially setting their asking price between €15 million and €25 million. Fiorentina ultimately agreed to the lower end of that range, finalizing the deal with a guaranteed €15 million and potential add-ons that could increase the total amount paid to Grêmio.

Interest from Other Clubs

Fiorentina faced competition for Viery's signature, with clubs such as Newcastle, Tottenham, and Roma also showing interest in the young defender. Despite the financial might of these Premier League teams, it appears that either they were unwilling to meet Grêmio's terms or Viery preferred the opportunity for playing time that Fiorentina could offer.

Fiorentina's need for defensive reinforcements is evident, having conceded 50 goals last season. The club's strategy under head coach Fabio Grosso has focused on acquiring South American talent, making Viery's signing a continuation of this approach.