Lazio has reached an agreement with Red Bull Salzburg for the transfer of Petar Ratkov, valued at €13 million, with only minor details remaining to finalize the deal.
As reported by Alfredo Pedullà, the Biancocelesti secured terms late last night for the promising Serbian striker, born in 2003, as they aim to enhance Maurizio Sarri’s attacking lineup during the January transfer window.
MUNICH, GERMANY – JUNE 20: Petar Ratkov of Serbia inspects the pitch before the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Slovenia and Serbia at Munich Football Arena on June 20, 2024. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)
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Currently with Red Bull Salzburg, Ratkov has been identified by Lazio as a long-term investment, offering a combination of physical presence and significant development potential.
Lazio Approaches Ratkov Deal as Club Aims to Wrap Up January Transfers
The transfer is set to be permanent, highlighting the club’s commitment to investing substantially in securing the forward’s services, especially following the lifting of their transfer embargo.
This move coincides with Lazio’s efforts to revamp their attacking lineup after the exit of Taty Castellanos and uncertainty in their forward positions, with Sarri seeking to bolster depth and diversify options up front.
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Ratkov is anticipated to integrate into the squad immediately, with the potential to evolve into a key player as he matures.
Once the outstanding formalities are addressed, Lazio is poised to finalize one of their most significant signings of the winter window.