ITALIAN JOB?

Rangers star Alfredo Morelos becomes Italian side Fiorentina’s ‘No.1 summer transfer target’

RANGERS star Alfredo Morelos has become the 'No.1 summer transfer target' for Italian giants Fiorentina, according to a report.

The Serie A side are said to be considering the Colombian their number one transfer option before the start of the 20/21 season.

The Light Blues are said to have rejected a bid of around £16million for the forward earlier in the window from French outfit Lille.

It is reported that the Gers are holding out for around £19million for the hitman.

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However, the Sunday Post report that the Italians may not be willing to meet the Gers' valuation for the striker.

But with the Serie A kicking off next weekend, they say a bid could be just around the corner.

Morelos was strecthered off in yesterday's 4-0 thumping of Dundee United at Ibrox after an ugly challenge from Ryan Edwards.

The extent of the damage isn't fully known yet but it is believed to not be as bad as first feared.

One person who reckons the move would be a smart one is ex-Celtic, Hamilton and Kilmarnock man Massimo Donati.

He told the Sunday Post: "I could see this one happen, I really could.

“I know Morelos very well. He is a player who has good technical qualities, in every area of the game.

“But his real strength is his nose for goals. This is a great thing that many more famous forwards than him do not possess.

“I think he could be very happy at Fiorentina as he would play with Federico Chiesa and Franck Ribery, two extraordinary players who could give him many assists.

“With their support, I think he could be a big success in Florence.

“Moving from the Scottish Premiership to Italy’s Serie A, which is much more technical and tactical, could create difficulties for him.

“I think with the right coach – and, who knows, that could be Giuseppe Ianchini – he could overcome these problems.

“Much would depend on him, on his attitude and his desire to grow."

So far, Kemar Roofe and Cedric Itten have been brought in by gaffer Steven Gerrard this summer to bolster the club's attacking options.