Shocking Twist in Romagnoli Saga as Lazio Take Him off the Market

Alessio Romagnoli was supposedly on the verge of joining Al-Sadd, but Lazio have now released an official note stating that the defender isn’t on the transfer list.

Alessio Romagnoli Already Bid Lazio Fans Farewell

Following Saturday’s stalemate against Lecce, the 31-year-old bid the travelling supporters farewell at the Via del Mare, all but confirming his imminent departure. Earlier in the week, the defender had expressed his desire to leave in a reportedly fiery meeting with Lazio president Claudio Lotito, while Maurizio Sarri wasn’t able to talk him out of the move.

Lazio Insist Romagnoli Will Stay at Formello

Romagnoli had reportedly agreed to join Roberto Mancini’s Al-Sadd, who offered him a lucrative three-year deal for a total of €18 million. The two clubs were reportedly negotiating a permanent transfer worth circa €8 million. But out of the blue, Lazio released a statement on the club’s official website, insisting that the player isn’t going anywhere.

SS Lazio reiterates that Alessio Romagnoli has never been included on the transfer market and announces that the defender will remain a Lazio player.

Despite several requests received in recent weeks, the Club remains determined to retain a player considered a key element of the sporting project in terms of his technical, human, and leadership qualities within the team.

SS Lazio confirms that Alessio Romagnoli has never been placed on the market and announces that the player will remain with the Club.

Despite various inquiries received in recent weeks, the Club’s intention remains firm: to retain a player regarded as a central figure in the sporting project, both technically and personally, and for his leadership within the squad.

Is It Over for Romagnoli & Al-Sadd?

It remains to be seen how Romagnoli will react to this new development, and whether Al-Sadd will try to launch another onslaught or give up on the chase. The next few hours should shed some light on this curious situation.