Lazio Transfer News: Contact Made for Arnau Martinez

Lazio Transfer News provides the information that the club is eying Girona full-back Arnau Martinez. The 22 year old Spaniard has attracted the interest of the Italian outfit following a busy January window. This month, Ratkov, Taylor, Edoardo Motta, and Daniel Maldini are already signed by Lazio. They also released Castellanos, Guendouzi and Mandas. However, the club is not complete yet.

Sky Sport Italia reported that the first approach to Martinez was taken by Lazio. He has a release clause of EUR14 million in his contract. The club hopes to have a lesser fee with Girona. The deal that Martinez has lasts until June 2027 and leaves both parties with spaces to negotiate.

Martinez began at Barcelona youth academy and in 2018, he joined Girona. He started his career with the youth teams. He has been in the first team of Girona since 2021. Spain U21 international has played 19 matches in the season. He has also got one assist and a goal. Although a primarily a right-back, Martinez is capable of a variety of positions. He has been playing central defense on occasion during this season.

According to Lazio Transfer News, a new right-back is required by the club. Adam Marusic has recently renewed his contract. Elseid Hysaj will move out as his contract is expired at the end of the season. In the meantime, it remains unclear what will become of Manuel Lazzari. The inclusion of a young and versatile defender such as Martinez would give Lazio a better choice.

The January activity of the club takes place after a summer transfer ban was lifted. Lazio are compensating the idleness of the last window. They are planning the future and they want to give additional quality to the squad. Manager Angelo Fabiani is yet to sign more players to strengthen the team.

Lazio is attracted by the versatility of Martinez. He is able to fit various positions, and this enables him to fill the injuries or even tactics. A deal may be reached in the near future with Girona said to be willing to negotiate. The fans of Lazio are keeping a close watch with hopes that they can get a signing that would enhance the squad.

The action would be another step towards ambitious January transfer window by Lazio. The club will focus on the experience and youth balance and weaken the starting positions. The Lazio Transfer News updates service will be carried on as the club goes on negotiations about new entries.