Andrea Pinamonti to Undergo Medical at Lazio After Sassuolo Deal Progresses
Andrea Pinamonti has received clearance to travel to Rome for his medical with Lazio, with the striker expected to arrive in the capital on Wednesday afternoon.
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Sassuolo granted the authorisation after nearly finalizing a deal for Sebastiano Esposito, whose transfer from Cagliari is in the closing stages. The Neroverdi were reluctant to release Pinamonti until a replacement was secured.
PARMA, ITALY – MAY 24: Andrea Pinamonti of US Sassuolo Calcio is challenged by Emanuele Valeri of Parma Calcio 1913 during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio 1913 and US Sassuolo Calcio at Stadio Ennio Tardini on May 24, 2026 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)
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Petar Ratkov Considers Move Away from Lazio
Lazio is also progressing on potential player departures as Petar Ratkov has shown interest in a move after previously turning down offers from Dinamo Moscow, Southampton, and Red Star Belgrade.
Sevilla has emerged as a potential destination, with the club considering the striker as a viable addition to their squad. Any agreement is likely to be structured as a loan deal with an option to buy.
VERONA, ITALY – JANUARY 11: Petar Ratkov of SS Lazio during the Serie A match between Hellas Verona FC and SS Lazio at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on January 11, 2026 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)
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The potential exit of Ratkov, along with Gabriele Artistico’s move to Serie B, would clear the path for Lazio to acquire a second striker. Reports indicate that Padova is close to sealing a deal on Wednesday.
Manager Gennaro Gattuso has expressed the need for a centre-forward before the transfer window closes, following the team’s 1-0 victory over Bologna, where Boulaye Dia played at the forefront.
Andrea Pinamonti has been given clearance to travel to Rome for his Lazio medical, with the striker due in the capital on Wednesday afternoon.
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Sassuolo granted the authorisation having all but concluded a deal for Sebastiano Esposito, whose arrival from Cagliari is in its final stages. The Neroverdi were unwilling to release Pinamonti before securing his replacement.
PARMA, ITALY – MAY 24: Andrea Pinamonti of US Sassuolo Calcio is challenged by Emanuele Valeri of Parma Calcio 1913 during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio 1913 and US Sassuolo Calcio at Stadio Ennio Tardini on May 24, 2026 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)
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Ratkov opens door to Lazio departure
Lazio are also making progress on departures after Petar Ratkov has opened up to a move for the first time this summer, having previously rejected approaches from Dinamo Moscow, Southampton and Red Star Belgrade.
Sevilla are the club he has given the green light to, and they are now weighing it up. The Spanish side view the striker as an option for their forward line and would structure any deal as a loan with an option to buy.
VERONA, ITALY – JANUARY 11: Petar Ratkov of SS Lazio during the Serie A match between Hellas Verona FC and SS Lazio at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on January 11, 2026 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)
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His exit, combined with that of Gabriele Artistico to Serie B, would clear the way for Lazio to add a second striker after Padova reportedly closed in on a deal on Wednesday.
Gennaro Gattuso had asked the club for a centre-forward before the window closes, having opened the season with Boulaye Dia leading the line in the 1-0 win at Bologna.
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