Lazio are reportedly among a host of Serie A clubs keeping an eye on Vasco Da Gama full-back Lucas Piton.
The Background
The 24-year-old is a Brazilian player born in Jundiai, but also holds an Italian passport. He started his career at Corinthians before moving to Vasco in January 2023. The left-back has been making leaps and bounds over the past few campaigns, and has also been showcasing a knack for scoring goals. This season, he has thus far contributed with six goals and seven assists in 47 appearances across all competitions.
Lazio & Other Serie A Clubs Following Lucas Piton
According to Brazilian newspaper Fussball Europa (via LazioNews24), several Italian clubs are vying for Piton’s signature. Aside from Lazio, the list includes the Biancocelesti’s arch-rivals Roma, as well as Milan and Fiorentina.
The Price Tag
The left-back penned a new contract with the Brazilian club earlier this year, pushing back the deadline until December 2028. The deal also includes a release clause worth €9 million. Nevertheless, the source claims Vasco Da Gama would be willing to accept an offer in the region of €7.5 million.
Solid Department
Nevertheless, it should be noted that Lazio are already covered at left-back with Nuno Tavares presenting himself as one of the most devastating full-backs in Europe this season, and Luca Pellegrini proving to be a reliable understudy. The duo should complete permanent transfers from Arsenal and Juventus respectively at the end of the season.
