Inter Milan are reportedly pondering an important offer for Lazio midfielder Nicolo Rovella who could soon find himself at a career crossroads.
The Background
In recent weeks, reports linking the 23-year-old with the San Siro outfit have intensified, especially with Hakan Calhanoglu seemingly on his way out. Inter president Beppe Marotta and the club’s sporting director Piero Ausilio have identified the Italy international as the ideal replacement for the former AC Milan star, especially after emerging as one of the finest Registas in Serie A.
Inter Milan Lay Plans to Sign Nicolo Rovella
According to La Repubblica (via La Lazio Siamo Noi), the Nerazzurri are hoping to sell Calhanoglu to Galatasaray for €40 million, which would allow them to launch a €50 million offer for Rovella, thus triggering his release clause. The 20-time Italian champions would also offer the midfielder a five-year contract with a €4.5 milion salary per year.
Rovella Might Have a Major Decision to Make
Il Messaggero is also reporting a similar story, explaining how Lazio would be left stranded in this case, as they could only hope that Rovella turns down the offer and remains true to his word. The former Genoa and Juventus man has recently declared his great love for the Biancocelesti, saying he wouldn’t mind staying at the club for the rest of his playing career.
Why Rovella’s Exit Would be Disastrous for Lazio
On the other hand, if Rovella chooses to walk away, Maurizio Sarri would be in real trouble. Not only would he lose a key figure in his plans, but the management wouldn’t be able to fetch him a replacement due to the infamous transfer block imposed by COVISOC.
I don’t believe that at this age players can have loyalty to the club. All are loyal to the money. If they offer him twice of what he has at Olimpico, he will go.
I think in Rovellas case that might not be true, he is a special lad and I think he truly loves Lazio and let me add, he is already a millionaire and his wage can also go up staying with us.
At the end of the day, we will see soon. I personally happen to be very fond of him, clearly one of my absolute favorite in this team and I know he can and will be even better than last season, however in a new environment at Inter that’ll be a risk.
For 50 mil Ederson from Atlanta is a much better option. Inter keeps making these once in 5 years big pointless signings… this is another JM story. I am really not sure how they operate. I would rather bring back Fabbian by triggering the buyback option…
The lazio project is not what a young player like rovella needs. He should sign with inter… with the current management at the helm, lazio is shit
He’s not going anywhere
If he does leave, at least we have Belahyne that can slot into his position.