Lazio seeks loan for Benfica's Franjo Ivanovic amid playing time concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Lazio is reportedly interested in acquiring Franjo Ivanovic on loan from Benfica, aiming to provide the striker with more playing time. The 22-year-old Croatia international joined Benfica last summer for €22.8 million but has seen limited action, starting only 13 of 42 competitive matches. Ivanovic scored eight goals and recorded two assists during his time at the Portuguese club. Lazio's offer is expected to be a dry loan without a purchase option, competing against interest from Como, Galatasaray, Real Betis, and Hull City. Ivanovic is looking for a new opportunity to secure regular playing time.
- •Lazio aims to finalize a loan deal for Franjo Ivanovic.
- •Ivanovic has struggled for playing time at Benfica, starting just 13 matches.
- •He scored eight goals and provided two assists last season.
- •Multiple clubs are interested in the striker, including Galatasaray and Hull City.
- •The loan would be without an option to buy.
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Report Lazio want Ivanovic on loan after struggle for Benfica playing time
"Lazio have reportedly set their sights on Benfica striker Franjo Ivanovic, hoping they can offer him something Como, Galatasaray, Real Betis and Hull City cannot.The 22-year-old Croatia international ...
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