Palladino targets Cataldi for Bologna as Lazio declines contract extension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 3:12 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Bologna head coach Raffaele Palladino is reportedly aiming to reunite with Lazio midfielder Danilo Cataldi, whose contract is expiring. Cataldi, 32, thrived under Palladino at Fiorentina but returned to Lazio, where he has been deemed surplus as Lazio prefers other options. With Lazio not renewing Cataldi’s contract, he could leave the club in January as a free agent. Palladino seeks to strengthen Bologna’s midfield in the upcoming transfer window, making Cataldi a top target.
- •Palladino previously coached Cataldi at Fiorentina.
- •Cataldi's contract with Lazio expires soon, making a transfer likely.
- •Lazio has prioritized other midfielders over Cataldi this season.
- •Bologna seeks to add a central midfielder in January.
- 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — Palladino Wants Reunion With Departing Lazio Stalwart at Bologna
"Bologna head coach Raffaele Palladino is reportedly interested in a new collaboration with Lazio midfielder Danilo Cataldi.Danilo Cataldi Thrived Under Raffaele Palladino at FiorentinaThe 32-year-old ...
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