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Lazio defender Alessio Romagnoli could still leave the club before the end of the summer, with Atalanta pushing to reach the finish line in time.

Alessio Romagnoli Has Been Pushing for Lazio Exit

The 32-year-old has been at odds with Lazio president Claudio Lotito for years. Their relationship deteriorated due to the patron’s broken promises concerning a pay rise that was supposed to ensue when the club qualified for the Champions League in 2023.

Romagnoli’s Move to Al-Sadd Faltered Twice

The Roman now finds himself in an awkward situation, having said his goodbyes to the Aquile fanbase on two occasions: the first in January following the match against Lecce, and the second in early July through a video message displayed during a large anti-Lotito protest.

Alessio Romagnoli (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)

However, his desired transfer to Al-Sadd collapsed on both occasions, the last time due to the unrest in the Middle East, which prevented the Qatari champions from making the necessary payment.

Atalanta Keen to Reunite Romagnoli With Maurizio Sarri

Romagnoli’s misadventures have opened the door for Atalanta to pounce on the situation. La Dea have been particularly active late in the market, completing the signings of Samuele Ricci and Franck Kessie in recent hours. The Lombardians are now planning to bolster Maurizio Sarri’s backline by reuniting him with his old pupil.

Atalanta & Lazio Open Romagnoli Talks

According to La Lazio Siamo Noi, Atalanta are expected to sell Sead Kolasinac in the coming days, thus making room for Romagnoli’s arrival. The source claims the Orobici have already launched an onslaught for the Italian defender, as the negotiations with Lazio are ongoing.

Italian journalist and Lazio insider Damiano Er Faina also confirms that the two clubs are currently engaged in direct talks. The Biancocelesti have already signed two centre-backs this summer in Danilho Doekhi and Josip Sutalo, but Romagnoli’s departure could prompt a third arrival, as Gennaro Gattuso might not be able to rely on his injury-prone defenders Patric and Samuel Gigot.