Turkish reports claim that Nuno Tavares is now eager to join Besiktas, but the unwanted Lazio full-back is haggling over his wage demands. The Portugal international is not part of coach Maurizio Sarri’s plans due to a poor injury record and numerous defensive errors, making him a tough fit for the 4-3-3 formation.
Lazio full-back Nuno Tavares isn’t keen on making a move to Besiktas, as he prefers to hold out for Como. The Portuguese international seems to be on his way out of Formello after falling down Maurizio Sarri’s pecking order, with Luca Pellegrini now condisdered a regular starter.
Besiktas have reportedly struck an agreement with Lazio for Nuno Tavares, but still can’t finalize the player’s transfer. The Portuguese has been placed on the transfer list after failing to convince Maurizio Sarri during the first half of the season and losing his starting place to Luca Pellegrini.
Nuno Tavares is edging closer to leaving Lazio, with Beşiktaş emerging once again as the most concrete destination for the Portuguese defender. After weeks of little progress, talks between the clubs have accelerated in recent hours and optimism is growing on all sides, as per LaLazioSiamoNoi.
Besiktas president Serdal Adali expects his club to reach a happy ending in their negotiations with Lazio for Nuno Tavares, expecting the player to join them sooner rather than later.
Lazio full-back Nuno Tavares is expected to leave the club in January, and he reportedly has a new suitor in the form of Borussia Dortmund. The 25-year-old was one of the club’s most influential players during the first half of the previous campaign under Marco Baroni, but his momentum was derailed by a series of muscle injuries.
Sky Sport Italia and others report Besiktas will sign Nuno Tavares on loan with obligation to buy for €10m, as Lazio replace him with Villarreal’s Alfonso Pedraza.
After Matteo Guendouzi was sold to Fenerbahce, now Lazio are in talks to send Nuno Tavares to Besiktas, but they are haggling over the €18m asking price.
Besiktas and Lazio are reportedly closing in on an agreement for the transfer of Nuno Tavares, who is no longer part of Maurizio Sarri’s plans. The 67-year-old already had his doubts about the Portuguese’s ability to adapt to his system, as the player is considered a bit too anarchic and attacking-minded for the manager’s liking.
Lazio are yet to make a decision on the future of Nuno Tavares, but are meanwhile evaluating Villarreal veteran Alfonso Pedraza and Genoa’s Aaron Martin.
Lazio are reportedly tracking a trio of Serie A left-backs, who could arrive in January to replace the departing Nuno Tavares. The Portuguese international was last seen on the pitch during the 1-1 draw against Bologna earlier this month.
Nuno Tavares gives his best when on the attack, that is no secret, but if he doesn’t give at least 15-20 per cent in defence, then it becomes a serious problem for Lazio.
On Sunday, Lazio and Bologna played out an entertaining draw at the Stadio Olimpico. Gustav Isaksen broke the deadlock for the home side in the 38th minute by pouncing on the rebound, but his fellow Dane Jens Odgaard replied in similar fashion just two minutes later.
Nuno Tavares can hardly be considered untouchable at Lazio. As we reported on June 8, the club turned down an offer from Al Hilal: Inzaghi was keen, and on the table was a €25 million bid plus potential bonuses.
On Saturday, the San Siro will host one of the most anticipated clashes of Serie A Matchday 13, with AC Milan and Lazio locking horns for the first of their back-to-back meetings.
Lazio are still closely monitoring Genoa left-back Aaron Martin, as the future of Nuno Tavares remains up in the air. The former Arsenal star was an instant revelation last season, taking the entire league by storm in the early stages of the campaign.
Lazio provided official updates on the condition of Nuno Tavares, who is now set for another spell on the sidelines. The Portuguese is no stranger to muscle issues, as he suffered a whopping seven injuries last season.
Chelsea have been linked with the move for the Lazio defender Nuno Tavares. The 25-year-old has done quite well since leaving Arsenal permanently, and his performances have attracted the attention of the London club.
Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri will be able to work with the bulk of his squad during the October international break, as only five players were called up by their national teams.
Despite beating Genoa on Monday, Lazio have yet to fully reconcile with their supporters, who were left disappointed and heartbroken by the outcome of the Derby della Capitale.
Arsenal have reached an agreement with Lazio to sell Nuno Tavares permanently following his loan spell with the Italian club during the 2024 to 2025 campaign.
Nuno Tavares has become a player in high demand after delivering a number of impressive performances while on loan at Lazio last season. The Portuguese left-back initially joined the Serie A side from Arsenal on a temporary basis, and during his spell in Rome, he earned widespread praise for his consistency and athleticism.
The first summer Transfer Window of 2025 will close on the 10th June. Trust Arsenal in the first week to have made a profit. On top of the wage bill being reduced after releases were confirmed Nuno Tavares has left the club permanently, nearly 3 years after last playing for the club.
Nuno Tavares began his loan spell at Lazio in impressive fashion and quickly recorded eight assists in the Italian top flight. It was an ideal scenario for both him and Arsenal, as the Gunners are aiming to offload him once this term concludes.
Nuno Tavares moved on loan to Nottingham Forest before the end of the last transfer window, with Arsenal hoping that he would get regular game time at the City Ground.