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Lazio pursues Mauro Icardi amid striker search ahead of Coppa Italia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Lazio pursues Mauro Icardi amid striker search ahead of Coppa Italia

Summary

Lazio is actively trying to sign Mauro Icardi, a free agent previously with Galatasaray, prior to their season-opening match against Mantova in the Coppa Italia on Sunday. Gennaro Gattuso, the team's coach, confirmed the club's interest in Icardi, who is viewed as a potential key addition after Lazio reduced their striker options to two. While Icardi is their primary target, Andrea Pinamonti of Sassuolo remains a backup option. Icardi’s immediate priority is reportedly a top-tier club with Champions League prospects, although he has only fielded limited offers so far, which he has declined.

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Key Details

•Lazio hosts Mantova in the Coppa Italia on August 16.
•Icardi is a free agent after leaving Galatasaray.
•Pinamonti could join Lazio if Icardi deal fails.
•Gattuso emphasizes need for a new striker.
•Icardi has rejected offers from Olympiakos and Mexico.

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9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Lazio in Constant Contact With Icardi After Reducing Attacking Options to Two

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Lazio are reportedly serious about signing former Inter Milan captain Mauro Icardi, who is currently available as a free agent.Lazio Still Searching for a StrikerThe Biancocelesti are preparing to pla...
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