Striker linked with Benfica could end up joining Lazio | OneFootball

Lazio remain on the lookout for a new striker to strengthen their attack and, after seeing Franjo Ivanovic slip away to Lens, the Italian club have reportedly already identified a new target in the transfer market. The Croatian forward, who belonged to Benfica, had been linked with the Rome side, but ultimately chose a move to France.

According to Sky Sport, Mauro Icardi is now the name at the top of the list. The club’s officials have reportedly already made initial contact with the Argentine international, who is said to be pleased with the possibility of moving to Italian football.

Even so, Icardi wants to assess other options before making a final decision. According to the same source, the 33-year-old forward is prioritising offers from clubs that can guarantee participation in next season’s Champions League.

The former Galatasaray striker was also linked with Benfica, at a time when his spell with the Turkish club was coming to an end. Icardi became a free agent after his contract expired and is now available to decide the next step in his career.

Last season, the striker made 47 appearances, scoring 16 goals and providing three assists, numbers that continue to attract interest from several European clubs. Although he was linked with Benfica, Glorioso 1904 exclusively learned that there was no interest.

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