Gattuso addresses player rejections and transfer market needs for Lazio

Lazio manager Gennaro Gattuso discussed Franjo Ivanovic and Noah Markmann's decisions to reject moves to the club. Ivanovic chose RC Lens to play in the Champions League, while Markmann wanted immediate playing time. Gattuso noted that Lazio has only signed two players so far and needs additional additions, particularly a center-back and a striker. He emphasized the importance of bringing in players who are committed to Lazio's project as the transfer window approaches its end.

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