Lazio midfielder Matias Vecino could decide to consider other offers, as his contract talks have been moving at a slow pace.
The Background
Although he’s no longer a regular starter, the 33-year-old remains an important figure at the club. Marco Baroni often turns to his services in the second half, whether to add depth to the middle of the park or even when more men are needed in the final third.
Vecino Disappointed by Lazio’s Delay
The Uruguayan emerged as the last-gasp hero on Saturday, scoring the equalizer against Juventus, which kept Lazio’s Champions League hopes alive. But while the veteran thought this would be the right opportunity to accelerate contract renewal talks, Il Corriere dello Sport (via La Lazio Siamo Noi) reveals how he was left disappointed by the delay.
As the source explains, Lazio Sporting Director Angelo Fabiani decided to postpone all renewal meetings which were supposed to ensue this week, preferring to focus on the last two fixtures of the season against Inter Milan and Lecce.
Three Suitors Keeping an Eye on Matias Vecino
The Roman newspaper insists that Vecino’s priority remains to extend his contract with the Italian capital side. However, the experienced midfielder reportedly has three suitors in Como, Benfica and Real Betis, so he could end up pondering these options in case his talks with Lazio don’t come to fruition.
Vecino’s Contract Situation & Stats
The former Inter player signed for Lazio as a free agent in the summer of 2022, and his current deal will expire next month. This season, he has contributed two goals and four assists in 27 appearances across all competitions.
