# Mauro Icardi free-agent saga > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mauro-icardi-freeagent-saga > Updated: 2026-09-12T06:24:00.000Z. Sources: 80. Developments: 14. Following his mid-July 2026 departure from Galatasaray, Argentine striker Mauro Icardi remains a free agent. His exit was marked by disagreements with management over a contract renewal offer that included a nearly 50% salary reduction. After failed negotiations with Platense and interest from Rayo Vallecano, Brazil’s São Paulo, and Como, Icardi’s future has centered on Italy. In early September, Icardi’s manager, Elio Pino, clarified that the striker is not retired and is seeking a “stable, long-term sporting project” lasting two to three years rather than prioritizing immediate financial gain. Pino confirmed that while discussions with Juventus and Lazio had a “positive atmosphere,” both parties decided to wait. Specifically regarding Lazio, Pino noted the club offered a two-season extension worth approximately €3 million annually, but the decision was made to delay a move due to technical project requirements and family considerations. Lazio president Claudio Lotito has expressed continued interest, but the move faces hurdles. Coach Gattuso has reportedly been “cool toward the prospect,” expressing tactical concerns that Icardi may not meet his requirements for a center-forward capable of intense pressing. As of mid-September, transfer speculation has intensified. Everton is reportedly in advanced negotiations with the 33-year-old, with some reports suggesting a deal for a 1+1 year contract may be imminent, though others indicate official offers are still pending. Olympiakos remains a strong contender in Greece, having made contact to address an attacking crisis caused by injuries. Additionally, interest has been noted from Brazil’s Atlético Mineiro, while negotiations with Italy’s Parma appear less certain. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Mauro Icardi linked to Everton and Olympiakos amid free agency Free agent Mauro Icardi is linked to several clubs, with Everton and Olympiakos emerging as primary suitors following his departure from Galatasaray. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-linked-to-olympiakos-and-everton-as-free-agent ### 2026-09-10: Olympiacos in talks with Mauro Icardi Olympiacos is in talks with Argentine striker Mauro Icardi for a potential two-year deal following an injury to Ayoub El Kaabi. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olympiacos-in-talks-with-mauro-icardi ### 2026-09-10: Mauro Icardi evaluates future options including Greece and Italy Free agent Mauro Icardi is weighing options for his next club, with interest reported from Greek sides Olympiacos and PAOK, as well as potential moves to Italy's Parma or Lazio. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lazio-evaluates-transfer-options-including-mauro-icardi ### 2026-09-02: Mauro Icardi seeks long-term football project after Lazio and Juventus talks Free agent Mauro Icardi is prioritizing long-term sporting projects over salary, having held talks with Lazio and Juventus following his exit from Galatasaray. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-seeks-long-term-project-over-salary-after-lazio-talks ### 2026-08-27: Mauro Icardi linked to São Paulo amid club search Free agent Mauro Icardi is being linked to São Paulo as a potential replacement for the injured Jonathan Calleri, though high salary expectations remain a major obstacle. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-linked-to-so-paulo-amid-club-search ### 2026-08-24: São Paulo striker Jonathan Calleri injured, prompting interest in Mauro Icardi São Paulo striker Jonathan Calleri faces a potential two-to-four-week recovery following an ankle injury, prompting the club to consider free agent Mauro Icardi as a replacement for the Copa Sudamericana. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jonathan-calleri-suffers-ankle-injury-during-so-paulo-defeat ### 2026-08-23: Mauro Icardi seeks new club following Galatasaray departure Free agent Mauro Icardi seeks a new club after leaving Galatasaray. Negotiations with Lazio and interest from Fiorentina and Vasco da Gama continue, though salary demands remain a key hurdle. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-seeks-new-club-following-galatasaray-departure ### 2026-08-18: Lazio secures Josip Sutalo loan and Bamba Dieng free transfer Lazio is finalizing the loan of Ajax defender Josip Sutalo for 3 million euros with a purchase option, alongside the free transfer of Senegalese striker Bamba Dieng on a contract through 2029. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lazio-pursues-mauro-icardi-amid-tactical-shifts-for-rome-derby ### 2026-08-08: Mauro Icardi linked to Rayo Vallecano amid summer transfer window Mauro Icardi is being linked to Spain's Rayo Vallecano following his exit from Galatasaray, as several other Argentine footballers remain without clubs during the 2026 summer transfer window. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-linked-to-rayo-vallecano-amid-summer-transfer-window ### 2026-08-05: Mauro Icardi gets $30,000‑monthly offer from Platense, far below European pay Free‑agent Mauro Icardi received a $30,000‑monthly offer from Platense for the Copa Libertadores, far below his former €10 million‑a‑year Turkish salary; the deal fell through and he remains club‑less. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-remains-free-agent-as-platenses-bid-falls-short ### 2026-08-02: Galatasaray extends farewell invitation to Mauro Icardi, no reply yet Galatasaray prepared a farewell ceremony for Mauro Icardi and awaits his response; the striker has not replied yet. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/galatasaray-extends-farewell-invitation-to-mauro-icardi-no-reply-yet ### 2026-07-28: Mauro Icardi to join Serie A club Como 33‑year‑old Argentine striker Mauro Icardi, former Galatasaray forward, is close to signing with Serie A club Como, his agent says negotiations are ongoing and a decision is imminent. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-to-join-serie-a-club-como ### 2026-07-25: Mauro Icardi free agent courted by Serie A clubs Como, Juventus and Lazio Mauro Icardi, released by Galatasaray, is a free agent in Italy with interest from Serie A clubs Como, Juventus and Lazio, who view him as a ready‑made striking option. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauro-icardi-free-agent-courted-by-serie-a-clubs-como-juventus-and-lazio ### 2026-07-14: Juan Fernando Quintero linked with Cagliari as Mauro Icardi becomes free agent Colombian midfielder Juan Fernando Quintero is rumored to join Cagliari, while Argentine striker Mauro Icardi has left Galatasaray on a free transfer, with Milan among clubs monitoring him. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juan-fernando-quintero-linked-with-cagliari-as-mauro-icardi-becomes-free-agent --- Cite as: Mauro Icardi free-agent saga. 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