Serie A club Fiorentina have stepped up their pursuit of Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare by submitting an improved offer to Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The Italian outfit have proposed a loan deal that includes a €22 million purchase clause as negotiations continue with Wolves over the Nigerian international's transfer.
Discussions between the two clubs remain ongoing as they work towards reaching an agreement before the start of the new season.
Arokodare is reportedly open to the move and views Fiorentina as the ideal destination to continue his development at the highest level of European football.
The 25-year-old has attracted considerable interest following his impressive performances, with Fiorentina optimistic that their improved proposal will be enough to secure his signature and bring him to the Stadio Artemio Franchi ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.