Fiorentina striker Giovanni Simeone says ‘my heart chose Cagliari’ after landing in Sardinia to complete his move.

Simeone looked set for Sampdoria until Cagliari dived in with a superior offer of €16m yesterday, and he has since opted to join the Rossoblu over their Serie A rivals.

“My heart chose Cagliari,” the 24-year-old told reporters.

“it was important to see how much the club, President and players wanted me to come.

Fiorentina striker Giovanni Simeone says ‘my heart chose Cagliari’ after landing in Sardinia to complete his move.

Simeone looked set for Sampdoria until Cagliari dived in with a superior offer of €16m yesterday, and he has since opted to join the Rossoblu over their Serie A rivals.

“My heart chose Cagliari,” the 24-year-old told reporters.

“it was important to see how much the club, President and players wanted me to come.

“I heard from Pata [Lucas] Castro, who convinced me to come here. I’ll sign my contract after medical examinations. I’m ready to play.”

‘Cholito’ has one goal in six caps for Argentina but has not played for his country since last November.

“Cagliari can also be an opportunity for me to return to the national team.”

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