Why Nuno Tavares Could Still Leave Lazio This Summer – Arsenal Monitor the Situation | OneFootball

Lazio and Nuno Tavares could split paths this summer due to several factors, at least if the right opportunity presents itself.

The Background

The Portuguese international joined the Italian capital side in the summer of 2024, and he was off to a brilliant start, producing eight assists in as many Serie A fixtures. However, his momentum was derailed by injuries.

Last season, the left-back lost his starting berth after a series of poor displays and howlers at the back. Maurizio Sarri preferred the more defensively disciplined Luca Pellegrini, although Tavares later regained his place in the lineup.

Three Factors Could Push Nuno Tavares Out of Lazio

According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla, the former Arsenal man risks starting his campaign on the bench, as Gennaro Gattuso will likely hand Alfonso Pedraza an immediate starting role after joining the club on a free transfer from Villarreal.

Moreover, Pedulla mentions a ‘complicated’ relationship between the Lisbon native and the Lazio hierarchy, which could also push him out the door, in addition to his recurring physical issues. He has already picked up his first knock of the season and missed the club’s first two friendlies against Lazio U20 and Flaminia.

Tavares Linked With Three Suitors

The source recalls how Tavares was linked with several clubs earlier in the summer. However, Besiktas decided to pursue other profiles, while Porto and Fiorentina have yet to make concrete progress on this front.

Arsenal Have Tavares Sell-on Fee

It should be noted that Lazio currently have three first-team left-backs in their squad, so must offload either Tavares or Pellegrini. Arsenal would certainly prefer the first option, as the Portuguese’s sale would provide them with a financial boost thanks to a 35% sell-on fee.