"Toronto" club is seriously interested in Eldor Shomurodov

Despite the fact that the winter transfer window has closed in Europe, the transfer stories surrounding Uzbek striker Eldor Shomurodov have not yet ended. A number of Italian clubs have made serious attempts to sign the 29-year-old striker during the winter transfer window. In particular, clubs such as "Venice", "Cagliari" and "Empoli" have held talks with the management of "Roma".

"Venice" came very close to the transfer

In particular, the "Venice" club was one of the teams that came closest to signing Eldor Shomurodov. The club accepted all the conditions set by Roma and agreed to rent the striker until the end of the season and then transfer him permanently for 3.5 million euros.

However, an unexpected obstacle arose in this process. Cagliari head coach Claudio Ranieri asked the team management not to bother Eldor with transfer issues until the last group match of the Europa League - against Eintracht. In this match, Shomurodov scored the winning goal and led his team to the playoffs.

After this match, Claudio Ranieri emphasized that he would not give up on Shomurodov. He also told the club management not to sell him. This closed the possibility of a transfer for Venice.

Serious interest in Eldor Shomurodov from Toronto

At the same time, the Toronto club, which participates in the MLS (Major League Soccer) championship, is very interested in the Uzbek striker. According to sources, the Canadians are ready to fully transfer Shomurodov and are continuing negotiations with Roma on this matter.

Why is Toronto interested in Eldor Shomurodov?

• Toronto has been inconsistent in terms of results over the past two seasons, and they want to change this situation.
  
• The club plans to strengthen its defense and attack.
  
• The team aims to strive for the championship by attracting new forces to the team.
  

To this end, the club has signed a contract with 20-year-old talented goalkeeper Adisu De Rosario and promoted him to the starting lineup. Interestingly, he is the son of MLS legendary goalkeeper Dwayne De Rosario and was included in the starting lineup after making 55 saves in 25 matches for Toronto's second team.

Toronto and Italian football: A perfect environment for Shomurodov

Toronto has a special respect for Italian football and has attracted a number of famous Italian players to its ranks. Currently, the team has such Italian football stars as Federico Bernardeschi and Lorenzo Insigne.

Federico Bernardeschi is a leading striker for Fiorentina and Juventus, and has been playing for Toronto since 2022.
Lorenzo Insigne is a former Napoli captain who moved to Toronto three years ago after a 10-year career.

According to the Toronto management, Eldor Shomurodov could also be a very suitable striker for the team as a player with experience in Italian football.

Cagliari blocks transfer

However, it will not be easy for Toronto to get Eldor. The reason is that Claudio Ranieri is still not willing to sell the striker and will not allow him to leave the club. The 71-year-old specialist stressed that he has high confidence in his pupil and his great importance in the team.

Winter transfer window and next steps

Currently, Toronto continues to fight to acquire the Uzbek striker. Although the winter transfer window has closed for European clubs, it is open for MLS participants until April 23. This means that Toronto has until April to conduct negotiations and conclude a deal.

Shomurodov's future is still uncertain. If Cagliari agrees to let him go, he could open a new chapter in Toronto. If the Italian club keeps him, he will continue his career in Italy.

In any case, the issue of Eldor Shomurodov's transfer will undoubtedly remain in the spotlight of the football world for several more weeks. Follow “Zamin” news on “Telegram”