Edin Dzeko, the 39-year-old Bosnian football star, has officially joined Fiorentina. The club announced he signed a one-year deal. This contract could stretch to a second season, keeping him with the team until 2027.
AFC Fiorentina made it clear in their statement. They confirmed Dzeko’s arrival, noting he was born in Sarajevo. His initial contract runs until June 30, 2026. There’s an automatic extension option until 2027. This extension kicks in if certain conditions are met during his time with the club.
Dzeko brings a wealth of experience to Florence. Last season, he played for Fenerbahçe in Turkey. He worked under Portuguese coach José Mourinho there. Dzeko had a strong showing, playing in 53 matches. He scored 21 goals and set up 8 others for his teammates.
The seasoned forward has quite the journey in professional football. Before Fenerbahçe, he made his mark at several major clubs. His career path includes stops at Zeljeznicar, MFK Ústí nad Labem, and Teplice. He truly rose to prominence while playing for Wolfsburg. From there, he moved to big names like Manchester City, Roma, and Inter Milan.
His impact isn’t just felt at club level. Dzeko is also a legend for the Bosnia national team. He has earned 141 caps for his country. In those games, he has scored an impressive 68 goals. He also has 29 assists to his name for Bosnia. His arrival means Fiorentina gains a proven goalscorer and a leader.