Lazio targets Belgian defender Ibe Hautekiet

Lazio is considering a move for Belgian defender Ibe Hautekiet to strengthen their defensive line. The 2002-born talent recently extended his contract with Standard Liège until 2029, making a direct transfer dependent on a specific release clause.

Standard Liège has set a fixed buyout clause of 5 million euros. Lazio management is currently evaluating whether to trigger this clause to secure the young defender, weighing his international potential against the financial commitment required for a player who has yet to prove himself in Serie A.