Whilst the final details still need to be ironed out, Lazio have agreed a deal with Hellas Verona for Nicolo Casale.
The Biancocelesti have been keeping a close eye on the 24-year-old Italian centre back for months now, keen to make a move for him in January before agreeing to return in the summer. The player is comfortable with the ball at his feet and taking part in the build-up play, making him perfect for Maurizio Sarri’s system in Rome.
As reported by Il Messaggero (via LazioNews24), Lazio have agreed to pay Hellas Verona around €8 million plus €2 million in add-ons for Casale. The final details are now being discussed, with one element being a possible deferred payment, and things will be completed very soon.
Casale will be hoping to learn fast from Sarri at the pre-season training camp in Auronzo di Cadore ahead of the upcoming season, with defenders playing a key role in the attacking 4-3-3 system.
Last season under Igor Tudor, the 24-year-old Casale provided two assists in 36 Serie A appearances, standing out with his creativity in the final third and ability to decisively contribute to the attack, providing around 1.11 shot-creating actions per 90 minutes on average.
This story is never ending….where does Romagnoli fit with Casale and Gila? I’m happy to take all three but if money is so tight, we need a keeper first.