Lazio have reportedly set their sights on Atalanta benchwarmer Marco Brescianini, who becomes the latest name to land on Angelo Fabiani’s January shortlist.
Atalanta midfielder Lazar Samardzic admits that he was “very close” to joining Inter Milan in the summer of 2023 but that the move “broke down.” The Serbian international spoke to Hot Sport, via FCInterNews.
A strong Atalanta side rose to a comfortable 6-1 victory over Serie B outfit Cesena in the Coppa Italia Round of 16 on Wednesday evening, as goals from Davide Zappacosta, Charles De Ketelaere, Lazar Samardzic and Marco Brescianini were enough to cruise through to the quarters, despite a late consolation goal from Joseph Ceesay.
Highly-rated Atalanta midfielder Lazar Samardzic admitted he turned down Barcelona’s advances before moving to Italy in 2021. The 22-year-old swapped Udinese for the Gewiss Stadium in the summer despite being heavily linked with Milan, Inter, and Napoli in the past 12 months.
Lazar Samardzic reveals why he had ‘no uncertainty’ about joining Atalanta, finding his favourite role on the pitch and when he was approached by Barcelona and Milan as a child.
Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi admits their season was ‘unexpectedly more complicated’ and forced them to make numerous changes, but they have faith in Lazar Samardzic.
Gian Piero Gasperini was left to rue missed opportunities as Atalanta could only manage a 1-1 draw against 10-man Bologna on Saturday night. Lazar Samardzic’s superb strange from long range handed La Dea a late equalizer, saving them from further embarrassment after a 3-2 home loss to Como on Tuesday.
Gian Piero Gasperini warns Atalanta will ‘blow hot and cold’ as they try to completely rebuild the squad and has high hopes for Lazar Samardzic after the equaliser against Bologna.
Lazar Samardzic and Tanner Tessmann switched sides after long sagas in the summer, but neither joined the first teams that laid eyes on teams. Udinese director Gianluca Nani spilled the beans about the Serb to Tuttomercatoweb.
Udinese director Gianluca Nani has shed some light on AC Milan’s failed attempt to sign Lazar Samardzic this summer with the Serbian midfielder eventually signing for Atalanta instead.
Atalanta have officially announced the signing of midfielder Lazar Samardzic on loan with an option to buy, which will become mandatory under certain conditions, from fellow Serie A side Udinese.
Atalanta started talks with Udinese for Lazar Samardzic only a few days ago, and it didn’t take them long to strike an agreement. According to Fabrizio Romano, a decisive breakthrough came on Saturday, with the Serbian midfielder on the verge of joining La Dea.
Atalanta have now agreed a deal with Udinese for the transfer of Serbia international Lazar Samardzic according to reports in Italy. La Dea have reached an agreement over a €20m price tag, with up to €5m in bonuses according to reports from Sky Sport Italia.
AC Milan now face competition to land Udinese star Lazar Samardzic because Atalanta have joined the race to sign him, according to a report. As Calciomercato.com report, Juventus’ new offer to Atalanta for Teun Koopmeiners is a clear signal that they really want the Dutchman.
Atalanta are preparing for life without Teun Koopmeiners and, in addition to Matt O’Riley, they have kicked the tires on Lazar Samardzic. They’d like to nab the former before signing off on the departure of their ace, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
AC Milan are focused on negotiations for Youssouf Fofana, but the management also remain on the trail of Lazar Samardzic and the Udinese sporting director essentially confirmed it.
Lazio and Udinese remain locked in talks over Lazar Samardzic as Marco Baroni’s men endeavor to bring the Serbia international to Rome. However, according to Corriere dello Sport via LazioNews24, Samardzic’s employers have rejected Biancocelesti’s second offer.
Juventus are the last serious contenders in Serie A for Lazar Samardzic and there may be a way to snatch the Udinese starlet on a free transfer in the summer.
Carlo Jacomuzzi, who worked as a director for Napoli in the past and now helms the Scouts’ Association, weighed in on the negotiation between his former team and Lazar Samardzic, which has pretty much collapsed at this point, to Radio Punto Nuovo (via Tuttomercatoweb).
Juventus are reportedly working on securing the services of Udinese star Lazar Samardzic in the summer. The 21-year-old was one of the main revelations in Serie A during the previous campaign, but he’s been less impactful this term, possibly distracted by never-ending transfer talks.
Juventus is intensifying their interest in Lazar Samardzic as it appears that his potential move to Napoli might not materialise. The Serbian midfielder has been on the radar of top Italian clubs since last summer.
Udinese director Federico Balzaretti warns Juventus, Napoli, Brighton and other clubs that there is ‘nothing imminent’ regarding the sale of Lazar Samardzic, as the situation remains confusing.
Lazar Samardzic’s potential move away from Udinese has encountered complications, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his future. The midfielder was on the verge of joining Inter Milan in the summer after an agreement was reached between the two clubs.
Napoli are preparing for a midfielder reshuffle with Lazar Samardzic and Pierre-Emile Højbjerg emerging as their top targets for January. Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis has recently confirmed that he will sign at least one new central midfielder in the winter transfer window.