Marseille join Brentford in Cancellieri race as Lazio eye Nigeria forward Otele | OneFootball

Lazio are set to be one of the more active clubs in the January transfer window after recently receiving clearance from Italy’s financial watchdogs to resume operations in the market.

The green light has opened the door not only to new signings, but also to potential departures. Matteo Cancellieri is emerging as one of the main names to watch, with interest growing from abroad.

VERONA, ITALY – JANUARY 11: Matteo Cancellieri of SS Lazio competes for the ball with Giovane of Hellas Verona during the Serie A match between Hellas Verona FC and SS Lazio at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on January 11, 2026 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

According to reports from TMW, Brentford have already sent scouts to monitor the winger in recent Serie A action, while Olympique Marseille, coached by Italian Roberto De Zerbi, are also understood to be tracking his situation closely.

Not just Cancellieri, Isaksen could leave as Lazio eye Otele

Cancellieri is not the only attacking player whose future is uncertain. Gustav Isaksen has also attracted interest from multiple clubs, meaning Lazio could reshape their attacking midfield department before the window closes.

On the incoming front, a move for Lorenzo Insigne has been placed on standby in recent weeks, prompting Lazio to explore alternative profiles.

BASEL, SWITZERLAND – DECEMBER 11: Philip Otele of Basel goes forward during the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD6 match between FC Basel 1893 and Aston Villa FC at St. Jakob-Park on December 11, 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. (Photo by Daniela Porcelli/Getty Images)

One new name on the radar is Philip Otele, a versatile forward currently playing for Basel. The Nigerian is capable of operating across the front line and is viewed as a potentially attainable option should space be created through departures.

With interest building around several key attackers, Lazio are weighing up exits and reinforcements in parallel as they look to take full advantage of their restored freedom in the transfer market.