A.C. Fiorentina had its first season under Swedish coach Sven-Göran Eriksson, posting a stable mid-table season.
Eriksson's compatriot Glenn Hysén arrived from UEFA Cup champions IFK Göteborg, the centre half becoming a crucial player for La Viola.
Starlet Roberto Baggio finally got his breakthrough, scoring six league goals.
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