England goalkeeper Joe Hart jets to Italy to complete Torino loan move as Manchester City sanction exit
Joe Hart is in Italy today to complete his season-long loan to Torino.
The goalkeeper was given permission by the FA to leave the England squad and fly to Turin for a medical before sealing his switch from Manchester City.
Hart has decided to leave the Etihad after losing his No1 position under new boss Pep Guardiola.
The 29-year-old has dropped to third choice following the arrival of Claudio Bravo from Barcelona and wants to play regularly.
Willy Caballero has started all of City’s Premier League games this season.
Hart was also wanted by Sunderland but feels a temporary move to Italy is best for his career.
Torino are seventh in Serie A with three points from their opening two games. They finished 12th last season, so are not in Europe. Hart could make his debut against Atalanta on September 11.
Hart’s agent, Jonathan Barnett, confirmed the move was imminent.
"Yes, Joe Hart will play for Torino," Barnett told Tuttosport. "It is done. The goalkeeper said yes to the club and now Manchester City has given its green light."
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