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Lazio faces fan protests and squad changes under Lotito

Lazio is navigating significant internal tension and squad changes. Sporting Director Angelo Fabiani has called for mediation to resolve the ongoing protests from organized fans, urging President Claudio Lotito to engage directly with supporters to lower tensions. Fabiani emphasized that playing without fan support is difficult and that the club's recent transfer strategy has focused on building squad value, which he estimates at approximately 400 million euros.

On the pitch, the club has officially signed defender Diogo Leite on a two-year contract. This move follows the departure of Alessio Romagnoli to Al-Sadd. Fabiani also noted that the club turned down a 25 million euro offer for player Mario Gila to maintain squad strength.

President Claudio Lotito has defended his management, stating that the protests against him are “outside of all logic,” especially given the team's current standing in the league. He contrasted the atmosphere in Rome with his reception in Reggio Calabria, where he claims to be welcomed warmly. Meanwhile, critics and journalists have expressed concerns regarding the club's economic stability and the need for a change in leadership.

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Alessio Romagnoli · Angelo Fabiani · CONI · Claudio Lotito · Diogo Leite · Giovanni Malagò · Lazio · Reggina