By Rune Gjerulff[@runegjerulff](https://www.twitter.com/runegjerulff)
Ernest Poku is close to leaving Bayer Leverkusen after just one season, with Fiorentina reportedly set to beat Sunderland and Nottingham Forest to the signing of the winger.
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Fiorentina are reportedly closing in on the signing of Ernest Poku from Bayer Leverkusen.
According to Corriere Fiorentino, a deal has been agreed for Poku to join Fiorentina on an initial €5 million loan, with a mandatory purchase clause worth €17-18 million coming into effect in 2027.
This means Leverkusen could receive up to €23 million in total for the winger if the deal is completed.
Sunderland and Nottingham Forest have also been linked with a move for the Dutchman, but the Premier League duo now appear to have missed out.
Die Werkself paid €10 million to sign Poku from AZ last summer. Since then, he has scored five goals and provided eight assists in 45 competitive appearances.