Lazio Closing in on €7M Danish Defender as Negotiations Reach Advanced Stage | OneFootball

In their quest to bolster the backline Lazio are edging closer to signing young FC Nordsjælland centre-back Noah Markmann.

The Background

The Biancocelesti’s defensive department is undergoing a major overhaul. Mario Gila has been sold to AC Milan, while Alessio Romagnoli is on his way out, even though his move to Al-Sadd hit a snag. Danilho Doekhi became the first reinforcement, signing as a free agent after seeing out his contract with Union Berlin, but another centre-back is required.

While Sergi Dominguez has been the top target for over a month, Lazio haven’t been able to strike an agreement with Dinamo Zagreb, who are requesting €15 million to part ways with the young Spanish defender.

Lazio Close to Sealing Noah Markmann Deal

As Alfredo Pedulla explains, Dominguez is currently involved in Dinamo’s Champions League qualifiers, putting all negotiations on ice. However, Lazio haven’t been sitting idle, but are instead working on Markmann, who appears to be the main alternative for the Spaniard.

The Italian journalist reveals that Lazio are closing in on an agreement with Nordsjælland worth €7 million including bonuses, with the 19-year-old defender open to joining his countrymen Gustav Isaksen and Oliver Provstgaard in Rome. While the deal hasn’t been finalized yet, Pedulla believes the negotiations are at an advanced stage.

Markmann’s Career Path, Stats & Contract

Markmann is a Nordsjælland youth product who became a member of the first team in the summer of 2024 at the tender age of 17. Last season, he made 21 appearances across all competitions. The teenager’s contract with the Danish club is only valid until June 2027.