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Bologna sign Osvaldo
Tuesday 20 January, 2009

Bologna have officially completed the signature of Fiorentina marksman Pablo Daniel Osvaldo.

The Argentine-Italian's future has been shrouded in secrecy since he announced his determination to leave Fiorentina last month.

After initial links with Roma and then West Ham, Bologna emerged as the most likely candidates for Osvaldo's signature and they have agreed a deal with the Viola after lengthy negotiations.

“Bologna have agreed a deal for the signature of Osvaldo from Fiorentina,” a statement on Bologna's website reads.

“Osvaldo grew up at Argentine side Huracan and has played for Atalanta, Lecce and Fiorentina. He will be presented at the Galli Centre at 10am.”

The fee is as yet undisclosed, but it has been suggested that Fiorentina will pick up £6m in three instalments.

Osvaldo will earn £700,000 plus bonuses for his first season at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara before his salary rises to £1m per year.

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