Headline: Lazio Shifts Focus Back to Andrea Pinamonti Following Dieng’s Medical Setback
Lazio has redirected its recruitment efforts toward Andrea Pinamonti after a potential move for free agent Bamba Dieng fell through. The Senegalese forward did not pass his medical examination due to ongoing knee issues.
According to Calciomercato.com, Lazio has resumed discussions with Sassuolo regarding Pinamonti, who netted nine goals and provided three assists in 36 Serie A matches last season. The Italian forward has been a long-term target for the Biancocelesti and has now resurfaced at the top of Gennaro Gattuso’s priority list, resulting in adjustments to the proposed deal structure.
Lazio aims for a loan agreement with an option to buy, while Sassuolo is advocating for a deal that includes an obligation to purchase. Pinamonti has expressed his willingness to relocate to Rome, but the clubs must reconcile their differences on financial terms.
In addition to Lazio, Hull City has shown interest in the striker and reportedly made an initial bid of around €10 million, which Sassuolo rejected as they seek closer to €15 million for the former Inter and Genoa player. With Lazio’s initial search for an offensive player having stalled earlier in the transfer window, the urgency to finalize this deal is increasingly critical for Gattuso’s team.
Lazio have turned their attention back to Andrea Pinamonti after their move for free agent Bamba Dieng collapsed, with the Senegalese forward failing his medical due to a recurring knee issue.
According to Calciomercato.com, the Biancocelesti have reopened talks with Sassuolo for Pinamonti, who scored nine goals and added three assists in 36 Serie A appearances last season.
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The Italy international, long on Lazio’s radar, has now moved back to the top of Gennaro Gattuso’s shortlist, with the structure of a potential deal also shifting in the process.
ROME, ITALY – AUGUST 16: Gennaro Gattuso during the Coppa Italia match at Stadio Olimpico on August 16, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – Getty Images)
Sassuolo push for obligation to buy on Pinamonti as Hull and Lazio circle
Lazio are working towards a loan with an option to buy, while Sassuolo are pushing to include an obligation in the deal instead.
Pinamonti has already signalled his openness to a move to Rome, leaving the two clubs to find common ground on the financial structure.
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He’s also attracted interest from Hull City this summer, who saw an opening bid in the region of €10m turned down, with Sassuolo holding out for closer to €15m for the former Inter and Genoa striker.
With Lazio’s own attacking search having already stalled once this window, getting this deal over the line now carries added urgency for Gattuso’s side.
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