Lazio defender Alessio Romagnoli's move to Al‑Sadd hangs in the balance

Lazio centre‑back Alessio Romagnoli remains on the transfer market, with the Qatari club Al‑Sadd offering €3 million and new payment terms. Lazio president Claudio Lotito has responded with a counter‑proposal, and the next 48 hours are expected to be decisive for reaching an agreement.

Al‑Sadd’s negotiations are complicated by economic restrictions imposed by the Qatari Ministry of Finance following the ongoing regional conflict. Should talks with Al‑Sadd fall through, Romagnoli is reported to be considering alternatives, including interest from Atalanta, which has already contacted the player directly. The situation is further highlighted by the absence of other defenders, Patric and Samuel Gigot, who are currently unavailable for Lazio.

The outcome will affect Lazio’s defensive options for the upcoming season and could reshape the club’s transfer strategy.