Fiorentina restarted the season with the first full match played against Roma, but the real match that will be talked about is the one that will take place in January: the future of the Brazilian right back Dodo. After a period of uncertainty, the player returned to the field in the last three matches against Genoa, Como and Inter, where he was inserted in the second half of the game by coach Gian Piero Vanoli. His presence has given hope to a club that, for the second consecutive year, is fighting for survival in Serie A.
In recent years Dodo has been a point of reference for the various coaches who have passed through Fiorentina. His experience and ability to cover the right wing made him a natural choice when the club had to deal with the lack of a solid defence. However, the season was marked by a series of difficulties: the team played four games on the bench and showed a mixed performance, with results that did not satisfy the management and the fans.
The January transfer window presents itself as a crossroads for Dodo. The club has invested significantly in the season, but the current situation is complex. Coach Vanoli has shown that he has faith in the player, but it is still necessary to evaluate whether the Brazilian can continue to contribute to the team's success or whether it is more appropriate to consider a sale. The final decision will depend on Dodo's performances in the next matches and the evaluation of his role within the group.
At the same time, Napoli is listening. The Italian club is evaluating the possibility of strengthening the right lane already during the winter transfer window. If Fiorentina were to decide to sell Dodo, Napoli could be a potential buyer, but the final choice remains up to Vanoli and the Florentine management.
In summary, Fiorentina is in a crucial phase. Dodo's future is uncertain, but his performances in the upcoming matches will be crucial to the final decision. The Florentine management will also have to consider the situation of the team as a whole, with the aim of guaranteeing survival and stabilizing the squad for the rest of the season. The January transfer window, therefore, will be a key moment to define the future of the team and to decide whether Dodo will remain in Florence or whether he will leave for new challenges.