Arsenal star Lucas Torreira confirms end of loan deal with emotional message to Fiorentina fans

Lucas Torreira is heading back to Arsenal after a collapse in negotiations.
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Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira has confirmed his desired permanent move to Fiorentina has collapsed, and he will be returning to the Emirates ahead of pre-season.

The Uruguayan midfielder enjoyed a brilliant season in Italy and was hoping to seal a permanent exit from the Emirates ,but the deal has now fallen through and he is expected to return to Arsenal.

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Fiorentina had a clause in the loan deal that meant that they could sign him permanently for £12.5million.

Lucas Torreira of ACF Fiorentina celebrates after scoring opening goal during the Serie A match  (Photo by Giuseppe Bellini/Getty Images)Lucas Torreira of ACF Fiorentina celebrates after scoring opening goal during the Serie A match  (Photo by Giuseppe Bellini/Getty Images)
Lucas Torreira of ACF Fiorentina celebrates after scoring opening goal during the Serie A match (Photo by Giuseppe Bellini/Getty Images)

In an emotional post, the midfielder called out the club and assured the supporters that he would remain a fan as he continues with his career elsewhere.

“Dear ‘Tifosi’ from ACF Fiorentina. Unfortunately, the time has come to say goodbye. It is with great sadness that my relationship with ACF Fiorentina ends,” he posted on Instagram.

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“Club that gave me so much love and support all this time. From the beginning they made me feel at home.

“I discovered a wonderful city that was always kind to me, both on and off the pitch. They always showed me affection, respect and for that I will always be grateful.

“Thanks to his trust I was able to find the continuity and level I wanted. I owe that to my teammates and all the fans who gave us energy game by game.

“Know that I always left everything on the field of play for these colours. Special thanks to all the club staff; cooks, props, manager, physiotherapist and security. They are the fundamental piece for the functioning of this institution.

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“Know that I did my best to continue being part of this club, but unfortunately there were those who, acting in a bad way, according to my understanding, managed to prevent this from happening and that is why I have to leave.

“I wish you the best for the future. They will have one more fan cheering from wherever I have to be.”

It’s unclear if Torreira  will stay at Arsenal for the season but with the likes of Thomas Partey, Mohamed Elneny and Granit Xhaka, consistent game time will be hard to come by.

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