Lazio have missed out on a deal for key target Milos Kerkez, who left AZ Alkmaar for Bournemouth.
The Biancocelesti had been keeping an eye on the 19-year-old Hungarian left back for months, impressed by his work in their Conference League meeting, and opened talks for him in the early stages of the summer.
Multiple reports suggested that Lazio had agreed personal terms with Kerkez, but they failed to agree a deal with AZ Alkmaar, not willing to match the €15m asking price. The Biancocelesti offered a €2.5 million loan deal with an €11 million obligation to buy clause attached.
As confirmed today, Kerkez has now signed a long-term contract with Bournemouth, joining for an undisclosed fee.
Lazio have been quiet in the summer and haven’t completed any signings yet, although New York City’s Valentin Castellanos is expected to officially arrive soon. The situation has reportedly started to cause Maurizio Sarri some anxiety.