Sarri eyes Rovella as replacement at Atalanta after United transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 2:05 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Maurizio Sarri, recently appointed at Atalanta, is interested in reuniting with Nicolo Rovella, currently at Lazio. Atalanta has agreed to sell Ederson to Manchester United for €45 million, creating a midfield vacancy. Rovella, who wishes to remain with Lazio despite Sarri's interest, faced challenges last season due to injuries but aims to recover under new coach Gennaro Gattuso. Negotiations over Rovella's potential transfer continue as Atalanta seeks a replacement amidst changes in their squad.
- •Sarri has joined Atalanta after leaving Lazio.
- •Atalanta sold Ederson to Manchester United for €45 million.
- •Rovella has expressed a desire to stay with Lazio.
- •He is recovering from injuries sustained last season.
- •Atalanta is looking to revamp its midfield this summer.
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — Sarri Wants to Replace Man United-Bound Star With Key Lazio Player
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