Lupoli in transfer talks to take him home to Italy

Last updated : 24 February 2007 By Rams Mad Editor
Arturo Lupoli
Arturo Lupoli heading home
Derby County are involved in discussions to decide the future of their on-loan striker Arturo Lupoli.

Although the Rams don't own his contract, that is still with Arsenal, it appears that Fiorentina are talking to Derby with a view to taking the young Italian U21 International and making the move permanent.

There has been much interest from the Itralian Seria A in Lupoli and the likes of Milan, Napoli and Inter has allexpressed an interest in the youngster but Lupoli himself said that Fiorentina are "one of the most likely options".

Lupoli has been played sparingly by Billy Davies and his lack of first team action may have made his mind up to try and get recognition of his talents in his home country.

Derby are said to want t try and keep hold of Arturo but it now seems certain he will be going back to his roots.