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Lazio completes transfer for Ajax defender Josip Sutalo ahead of medical

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Lazio completes transfer for Ajax defender Josip Sutalo ahead of medical

Summary

Josip Sutalo has arrived in Rome to undergo a medical as Lazio prepares to finalize his transfer from Ajax. The 26-year-old Croatian international will join the Serie A side on loan for €3 million, with an option to buy for an additional €7.5 million. This signing marks Lazio's fourth addition to the first team this summer, following the arrivals of Alfonso Pedraza, Danilho Doekhi, and Davide Frattesi. The team aims to strengthen its defense amid injuries to key players like Patric and Samuel Gigot. Following the completion of this transfer, Lazio will turn its focus to securing a new striker, with Andrea Pinamonti emerging as a likely target.

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By the Numbers

•Josip Sutalo arrives in Rome for his medical with Lazio.
•Transfer includes a loan fee of €3 million and an option to buy for €7.5 million.
•Sutalo is Lazio's fourth signing this summer.
•Lazio is addressing defensive needs due to injuries to several players.
•The club is now focused on acquiring a new striker.

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Lazio are on the cusp of making their fourth first-team signing of the summer, as Josip Sutalo arrives to complete his transfer from Ajax.Lazio’s Transfer Business Thur FarThe Biancocelesti have alr...
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