Gattuso addresses player rejections and transfer market needs for Lazio
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
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.
- •Gattuso admits Ivanovic preferred Champions League with Lens over Lazio.
- •Markmann rejected Lazio for a promised prominent role at FC Nordsjælland.
- •Lazio has only signed two players ahead of the transfer market deadline.
- •Gattuso highlights necessity for players fitting Lazio's tactical needs.
- •Petar Ratkov's future remains uncertain as Lazio seeks a new striker.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Gattuso Reveals Why Duo Snubbed Lazio, Discusses Gimenez & Ratkov’s Future
"Lazio manager Gennaro Gattuso made some candid admissions regarding Franjo Ivanovic and Noah Markmann, who refused to join his project.Lazio Struggling on the MarketWith only three weeks left before t...
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