Lazio transfer news: Sevilla enquire for Ratkov after Southampton snub, Serie B sides track Artistico | OneFootball

Petar Ratkov could leave Lazio in the final week of the window, with Sevilla among a number of Liga clubs to have made enquiries about the Serbia striker.

According to Alfredo Pedulla, the Spanish side have asked for information on the target man, though nothing has progressed beyond an initial approach. Whether the route to Spain becomes concrete will be determined in the coming hours.

ROME, ITALY – JULY 20: Gabriele Artisticoduring the friendly match at the Formello Sport Centre at Formello Training Center on July 20, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – Getty Images)

Ratkov rejected Southampton approach as Serie B sides move for Lazio’s Artistico

Ratkov had already turned down a move to England, with Championship side Southampton having tabled a proposal in excess of €10m plus bonuses. The forward declined it.

His exit would form part of a broader reshaping of Gennaro Gattuso’s forward line. Lazio have reached full agreement with Sassuolo over Andrea Pinamonti, a paid loan worth €3m carrying an option to buy, after the coach asked the club for a centre-forward.

BOLOGNA, ITALY – AUGUST 24: Gennaro Gattuso looks on before the Serie A match at Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on August 24, 2026 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Emmanuele Ciancaglini/Getty Images)

Reports in Italy also indicate Gattuso has settled on Boulaye Dia as his other senior option, leaving Ratkov surplus.

Gabriele Artistico faces a similar wait. According to Tuttosport, via LaLazioSiamoNoi, the striker has completed the full pre-season with Lazio but may still depart, with Cesena the latest Serie B club to make an approach.

Padova remain interested alongside others at that level, while Frosinone’s interest from Serie A has faded. Several clubs have tried without persuading him so far.