Lazio Preparing New One-Year Contract for Veteran Stefan Radu

By Apollo Heyes - 8 Feb 2021, 13:30

ROME, ITALY - FEBRUARY 07: Stefan Radu of SS Lazio looks on during the Serie A match between SS Lazio and Cagliari Calcio at Stadio Olimpico on February 07, 2021 in Rome, Italy. Sporting stadiums around Italy remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Lazio are preparing to offer a new contract to Romanian veteran Stefan Radu, according to a report from Italian media outlet Cittaceleste.it earlier today.

The report details how the Biancocelesti are set to offer the 34-year-old Romanian centre back a one-year contract with a salary of around €1.2 million net per season plus add-ons linked to his appearances, with the possibility of having an option for a second year as well.

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The Roman club are also considering offering new contracts to veterans Marco Parolo and Senad Lulic as well; although progress is slow and the Bosnian could still leave for Switzerland in the summer.

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Adam Marusic is expected to sign a new contract lasting until 2026, with a significant salary increase, as he is currently the only starting player to receive less than €1 million net per season. His €900,000 salary will be doubled, and work is still ongoing to increase Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro’s salary to, as his €500,000 wages are considered too low.