Manolo Gabbiadini is set to return to Italy. The attacker will become a reinforcement for Sampdoria.
The negotiations between the sides is almost closed. Southampton will let the Italian leave on a loan deal of 3 million plus an additional 9 million obligation to purchase. The purchase price will be paid over three years and the player himself will get 1.5 million, bonuses included.
Gabbiadini is already expected in Italy tomorrow to undergo medical visits and sign his contract, which will tie him to his new club for four and a half years. The player's desire to return to Italy and play for Sampdoria was very strong in negotiations, with his agent Silvio Pagliari determining the outcome of a transfer on a permanent basis. His work also ensured Southampton would settle for 12 million instead of the original 16 million they desired.
Gabbiadini is set to say goodbye to the Premier League and return to Serie A.
