Lazio targets Franjo Ivanovic as replacement for departing Petar Ratkov
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 12:25 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Lazio has reportedly secured an agreement with Franjo Ivanovic to join this summer, pending negotiations with Benfica. The club seeks to replace Petar Ratkov, who is a target for Dynamo Moscow with a substantial offer. While Lazio desires to finalize the deal, Benfica's response is awaited regarding a proposed loan with an option to buy. Ivanovic's path includes previous stints at Rijeka and Union Saint-Gilloise before moving to Benfica, where he struggled for minutes last season.
- •Lazio targets Franjo Ivanovic for striker position.
- •Petar Ratkov might depart to Dynamo Moscow.
- •Benfica has yet to decide on Lazio's loan proposal.
- •Ivanovic previously played for Augsburg and Rijeka.
- •The deal hinges on Benfica's response this weekend.
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"Lazio have reportedly convinced Franjo Ivanovic to join them this summer, but will have to find an agreement with Benfica.Petar Ratkov on his Way Out?The Italian capital side is searching the market f...
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