Fiorentina eye Serie A return for Atletico Madrid's Ruggeri
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Fiorentina are exploring a move to bring Atletico Madrid defender Matteo Ruggeri back to Serie A after a difficult spell in La Liga.
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Attributed to original sourceMatteo Ruggeri remains firmly on Fiorentina’s radar as the Viola continue their search for reinforcements out wide, and the full-back’s own inclinations may work in their favour.
According to La Nazione, via TuttoMercatoWeb , the Atletico Madrid defender is strongly tempted by the idea of returning to Serie A, where he made his name and where he believes his development can best continue.
That openness could prove a decisive card for Fiorentina, who have identified the Italian as one of the ideal profiles for their flank and are weighing a concrete move in the coming weeks.
FLORENCE, ITALY – APRIL 26: Fabio Grosso manager of US Sassuolo looks on during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and US Sassuolo Calcio at Artemio Franchi on April 26, 2026 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) Ruggeri fits Fiorentina’s full-back rebuild Atletico rate Ruggeri and the strides he has made in Spain, but the pull of Italian football appears real.
The full-back built his reputation at Atalanta, where he developed into one of Serie A’s most reliable wing-backs before earning his move to Madrid, and a return would come with none of the adaptation risk attached to a foreign signing.
For Fiorentina, the interest forms part of a wider reshaping of their defensive flanks.
Dodo’s expected departure has left a gap on one side, Alex Jimenez has arrived from Bournemouth on the other, and Fabio Grosso’s squad is being rebuilt at pace ahead of a European campaign. In Ruggeri, the Viola see a Serie A-proven operator entering his prime years, and, crucially, one who appears willing to come back.
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What happened
Fiorentina are reportedly interested in re-signing Matteo Ruggeri from Atletico Madrid. The Italian left-back struggled for game time in La Liga and could be available for a return to Serie A, where he previously played for Atalanta. Fiorentina are reportedly weighing up a move, though the nature of the deal (loan or permanent) is unclear at this stage.
Chance analysis
Ruggeri's potential return to Serie A reflects both his underwhelming adaptation to La Liga and Fiorentina's ongoing need to strengthen their left flank. A move would provide the 23-year-old with much-needed regular football ahead of next season, while Atletico Madrid would recoup some value or free up a squad spot. For Fiorentina, landing a familiar Italian with top-level experience could be a shrewd piece of business if the price is right.
If completed, Ruggeri's arrival would bolster Fiorentina's left-back options and add Serie A experience, while freeing Atletico Madrid of a squad player who hasn't broken through.
Monitor this potential transfer as it could affect Fiorentina's defensive depth and tactical options for the upcoming Serie A season.