Erick Pulgar explains why he moved from Bologna to Fiorentina and is eager to “learn from Milan Badelj” in the new-look midfield.
The Chile international completed the transfer for a reported €10m plus bonuses and signed a five-year contract.
“I was convinced by the project here, which is very interesting. I thank Bologna and will keep everyone there in my heart,” said Pulgar in his presentation Press conference.
“I feel that I am a player who brings a sense of balance to the midfield. I have similar characteristics to Milan Badelj, but we can comfortably co-exist. I’ll learn from him and together we can help the team.
“I’ve grown a lot during my time at Bologna and also playing for Chile, not just in the Copa America. You inevitably learn when playing alongside Arturo Vidal and Charles Aranguiz.
“Now I can’t wait to start training with Fiorentina.”
Pulgar has chosen the Number 7 jersey with the Viola.