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Oulai joins Fiorentina, highlights club's commitment to youth development

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 8:45 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Oulai joins Fiorentina, highlights club's commitment to youth development

Summary

Christ Inao Oulai, the 20-year-old Ivory Coast international, has joined Fiorentina from Trabzonspor for €26 million plus bonuses. He expressed his enthusiasm during a press conference at the club's training camp in Tuscany, praising Fiorentina's focus on nurturing young talent. Oulai is part of a revamped squad under new coach Fabio Grosso, alongside other new signings like Arthur Atta. He aims to improve as a player and emphasized the importance of teamwork and commitment to achieving success this season.

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By the Numbers

•Oulai transfers to Fiorentina after World Cup appearances this summer
•The deal reportedly costs €26m plus bonuses
•He aims to learn and grow within the club's structure
•Fiorentina seeks to enhance performance following a relegation struggle
•The club has a new coach and several young signings this season

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8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Oulai: ‘Fiorentina perfect for me, helps young players to grow’

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Christ Inao Oulai insists Fiorentina is ‘perfect for me, as the club improves young players’ and he ‘jumped at the chance’ to join from Trabzonspor.The Ivory Coast international was in action ...
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