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Jardel's agent on Portuguese Radio says that it is a possibility that his client could play with Lazio next season
"I am leaving Lazio": Edy Reja.
"Carrizo? We need to speak with Catania a bit more. He had a good 6 month spell with the Sicilian club. After we'll speak with Lazio but ultimately he wants to remain in Italy": Pablo Sabbag.
Bologna coach Stefano Pioli says he has heard his name being linked with Lazio but that he has not had any contact from the club.
Lazio are rumoured to be very close to securing a deal to bring Breno to the capital from Bayern Munchen.
The latest striker to be linked to Lazio is Siena's Emanuele Calaio.
Hernanes' agent Joseph Lee claims his client is receiving big deals from other clubs.
Tare has apparently had a meeting with Yilmaz and his agent in recent hours. However, the potential Zarate - Pazzini swap deal is still being considered, as is Floccari's situation.
Speaking to Sport PL, Klose has said he wants to remain at Lazio until 2014. He also hopes to play in the next World Cup and break some historical records to end his career on a high.
"Enough with the speculations, I'm leaving and I won't change my mind this time": Edy Reja.
Lotito says that he will reinforce the squad in the summer and that Ederson, Breno and Yilmaz are high on his wish list.
Lotito has said that he has a project in mind and that Roberto Di Matteo is his preferred coach.
Speaking to Lazio Style Radio, Edy Reja has said that he is considering his future but is unsure where he will be next season.
Sky Sports is reporting that Lazio are considering making a bid for Club Olimpia's Richard Ortiz. The young left sided midfielder costs 2-3 million Euros.
Whilst speaking to Radiosei, Dino Zoff said that Di Matteo at Lazio would be incredible. He also discussed Italy's goalkeeping situation but believes that Marchetti won't be called up for the Euro Championships.
Former Lazio striker Renzo Garlaschelli spoke to Radiosei about Libor Kozak: "He has potential but he should be sent out on loan next season to gain regular experience".
Lotito has told a local radio station that Lazio have already made signings for next season.
Burak Yilmaz, one of Europe's most prolific strikers this season is embroiled in a massive transfer row between Galatasaray and Lazio.
Lotito is reportedly eyeing up Walter Mazzarri to take over from Edy Reja, who may make a shock move to Lotito's second club, Salerno Calcio.
Looking back on the season, Reja says the first Klose inspired derby win was the most emotional victory.
"We threw the Champions League away", said a dejected Lionel Scaloni after understanding that Udinese pipped Lazio for the final spot again.
Lazio will line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation against Inter in the hope of getting a win. Candreva, Mauri and Lulic will be the 3 players supporting Klose.
"Its unfortunate that it has come down to the wire but there is nothing we can do about that now. All we can do tomorrow is beat Inter and hope Catania do us a favour against Udinese": Edy Reja.
"Zarate? If he comes back to Lazio he will do well. His experience at Inter this season has served him well": Edy Reja.
Javier Zanetti says that despite the many problems Inter have faced this season, he is happy with how the team has responded in recent weeks. He also says that it is just as important for Inter as it is for Lazio that they qualify for a European competition. Zanetti is also wary of the problems Lazio can cause his side.
Stramaccioni knows that the clash at the Olimpico will be massive for both sides European ambitions next season. He also acknowledges that Lazio is a tough team and that unfortunately other match results will likely determine the standings.
Lazio are now being linked with summer moves for Cesena's Marco Parolo and United's Dimitar Berbatov.
The director of Guerin Sportivo, Matteo Marani, is confident that either Udinese or Napoli will claim third place tomorrow. He says its unlikely Lazio or Inter will get it.
Senad Lulic returns to the Bosnian national team for the friendlies against Czech Republic and Mexico.
Reja is relying on Klose to steer the team towards a third spot finish and the Champions League.
Lazio and Roma are both interested in signing Partizan's Nemanja Tomic. His contract expires in 2013 and costs 3-4 million Euros.
Nacional Madeira's president claims Lazio have made an offer for his central defender Luis Neto.
Lulic and Klose both look set to start against Inter in the final match of the season.
"There are no negotiations for Hernanes despite several clubs showing interest in him. He and his family are happy in Rome. He's on a deal with Lazio until June 2015 and wants to stay until then. We talked to Claudio Lotito in February and he doesn't want him to leave either": Hernanes' agent Joseph Lee speaking to LaLazioSiamoNoi.it.
In preparation for the Inter match, at yesterday's training Edy Reja tried playing Lulic, Mauri and Gonzalez right behind Klose.
Edy Reja is being linked to taking over at Fiorentina next season.
Reja hopes Klose will be 100% fit and ready for the big match against Inter at the Olimpico.
Bologna are trying to sign Alessandro Diamanti from Brescia on a permanent basis at the moment but face opposition from Lazio, Napoli, Fiorentina and Zenit.
It looks like there may be a capital derby in the summer to sign Ezequiel Garay from Benfica as both Lazio and Roma have inquired about the defender.
With Lionel Scaloni's contract expiring soon his former side Estudiantes are looking to resign him.
Montella says he wants his Catania side to beat Udinese to finish the season on a high, and not to do Lazio a favour.
German coach Joachim Loew has named Klose in his initial 27 man squad for the Euro's.
Miroslav Klose and Senad Lulic are likely to be included in the squad to face Atalanta.
After months of speculation, Macron have finally been announced as the technical sponsors for 5 years. The sponsorship starts in the summer and runs until season 2016-17.
It is almost certain now that Lazio and Reja will part alliances in the summer. Gianfranco Zola is widely being tipped as his successor.
Lazio are reportedly interested in signing Palermo's defender Federico Balzaretti in the mercato.
Mattia Cassani is again being linked with Lazio after an unsuccessful season at Fiorentina.
After just one season at the club it looks like Lorik Cana will be sold to his former side Marseille.
Speaking to Radio Sport Mana Mana, Pasquale Marino says that Lazio have been very unfortunate this season with the amount of injuries Reja has had to contend with. He also says that these injuries will likely be the reason why Lazio miss out on the Champions League.
Lazio, Parma and Catania linked to the 26-year old right back Matías Rodríguez from Argentina.
According to calciomercato.it Lazio are trying to sign Palermo's Balzaretti.
Stefano Mauri says the team will fight till the end to qualify for European football next season.
Inter coach Andrea Stramaccioni believes the race for third spot will go down to the last day when his side visit the Olimpico.
Although Dias' season is over following the decision to suspend him for 3 matches, his agent says his future is at Lazio and that he hopes to end his career with the Biancocelesti.
Reja will likely return to the 4-3-1-2 formation against Siena.
Lorik Cana faces a battle against time to be declared fit enough to take part in the home match against Siena.
When interviewed by Sky Sport recently, Mauro Zarate said: "I hope to remain at Inter but we will see at the end of the season. As far as I am concerned I want to stay here for many years and play as long as possible with this jersey".
Igli Tare has told Radio Manà Manà: "Whatever our final position is, we will sign four important players for next season. There is the possibility to sign Ederson and Breno, and Hernanes will remain. Regarding Reja and Zarate, we will decide at the end of the season".
Rumours are picking up that Igli Tare has contacted Inter forward Giampaolo Pazzini about a potential summer switch to the capital.
When questioned about Champions League qualification Edy Reja said: "We're not dead yet, but it will be very difficult".
"The match with Lazio is big. We cannot afford to not show up as there will be few chances afterwards": Francesco Guidolin.
"We have to win tomorrow. The result will be decisive and likely indicate who will qualify for Europe": Edy Reja.
Giampiero Pinzi says he will always have Lazio in his heart but that the Friuli is his home now and he hopes his side can beat the Biancocelesti.
After a long injury absence, Konko will travel with the squad to Udine but his future at Lazio remains questionable.
It looks as though Reja will play 3-5-1-1 against Udinese. Diakitè, Dias and Biava will be the 3 central defenders, with Konko and Scaloni as wing backs. Mauri will play just behind Rocchi.
Edy Reja is considering playing a 3-5-1-1 formation against Udinese.
Senad Lulic should be available again next week. However Reja is thinking about recalling him earlier in order to play against Udinese because of the several squad injuries.
The referee for the clash at the Friuli will be Nicola Bergonzi.
Marco Ballotta says that Lazio's destiny is in their own hands. The recent bad form can be put behind if the Biancocelesti achieve a good result in Udine.
Igli Tare says he 'hopes' Lazio can get a victory over Udinese and get back on track.
Reports by Itasportpress.it claim that Lazio, Catania and Parma are keen on Universidad de Chile's right back Matias Nicolas Rodriguez.
Antonio Caliendo, the agent of Brazilian play maker Ederson, has stated that: "Lazio have got the lead on the negotiations for signing him, but there are other possible solutions". Several other Italian and Brazilian teams are also interested.
Key player Maurizio Domizzi is in doubt for the match against Lazio.
Paolo Di Canio is confident that Lazio will finish third this season, but not for the sides qualities but because of the surrounding teams inconsistencies.
Mario Facco of the 1974 Scudetto winning side warns Lazio that the Novara match will be difficult as the hosts are fighting to stay in Serie A and will want to do well in front of their home fans.
Lotito has sent a new letter to CONI to renegotiate the contract for the rental of the Olimpico for next season.
Lazio legend Felice Pulici believes the outcome of the Novara game will be pivotal for Lazio's fortunes this season.
Velez Sarsfield are claiming that Lazio still owe them over 1 million dollars for Mauro Zarate's sale.
Rumours are emerging that Fly Emirates are interested in paying part of the 25 million Euro asking price for Hernanes in order to join Arsenal in the summer.
Lazio seem intent on signing the 17 year old French starlet Yanis Bahloul from Ligue 2 side Sedan. L'Equipe reports that Lazio have invited him to visit their facilities in Italy. Newcastle are also interested.
The latest names being linked to Lazio are Alessandro Sbaffo (currently on loan at Ascoli from Chievo), Salomon Kalou (Chelsea) and Sebastian Proedl (Werder Bremen).
"I want to play again in the Champions League": Cristian Brocchi states how much he hopes Lazio can qualify for Europe's top competition.
Mauro Zarate says he finally feels confident at Inter and hopes to finish a tough season on a high.
Another casualty on the injury front as Brocchi looks set to miss 3 months of action due to fatigued muscles.
Napoli and Santos have both entered the race to sign Lyon's Ederson in the summer.
Massimo Ambrosini is about to extend his deal with the Rossoneri until June 2013 so it looks unlikely that he will join Lazio.
Luigi De Canio says the race to finish third will go to the wire but he believes that Lazio will eventually claim it.
Lazio transfer target El Kaddouri claims he likes the Biancoceleste. [calciomercato.com]
French based team Lyon stated that Ederson will not continue his contract with them, giving Lazio a good chance of signing the Brazilian
Some good news on the injury front as Andre Dias returns to full team training.
Mauri is hoping Cesare Prandelli is considering him for a place in his Italian squad for this summer's European Championships.
A new name being linked with Lazio today is Genoa striker Mattia Destro, who is currently on loan at Siena.
Reports from Olé suggest that Lazio legend Juan Sebastian Veron might play his last professional match on May 13 against Velez Sarsfield.
Lazio and several European top clubs after Serbian sensation Filip Djuricic
Curva Nord will officialy show that they support Antonio Candreva against Lecce on Sunday.
Klose will undergo a 10 day rehabilitation program in Munich [repubblica.it]
Former Lazio player Paul Okon takes over Australia's U20 team.
Lazio linked to another trequartista from Serie B. 21 year old Alessandro Sbaffo from Ascoli.
Although Klose is ruled out for the rest of the season he is confident his teammates can end the campaign well and qualify for Europe.
Inter now seem interested in buying Zarate outright at the end of the season and rumours are stating that Lazio could ask for Pazzini in exchange. Inter value Pazzo at around 20 million Euros.
Galatasaray look like they will rival Lazio in trying to sign Keisuke Honda from CSKA Moskva in the summer.
The latest players being linked to Lazio include Rasmus Elm, Rhodolfo and Omar El-Kaddouri.
More than 2,000 laziali were present in Mirko Fersini's funeral to pay respect to the Primavera player who died tragically after his scooter incident.
Amongst the attendees were Lazio President Claudio Lotito, some first team players including Dias and Klose.
Edy Reja says that he spoke with Brocchi and Mauri after the game fixing investigations and that both players are innocent and calm as he is.
Lotito will be in court tomorrow to discuss the appeal against his ban which was issued earlier this year.
Lazio are still interested in signing Breno in the summer.
Lulic says he is unsure whether he will play again this season as his injury is taking longer to recover than first thought.
Novara coach Emiliano Mondonico says the clash at the Olimpico will be tough but that his side must take advantage of Klose's absence and keep out Lazio's attackers.
Former Lazio striker Renzo Garlaschelli believes that Hernanes has been disappointing this season and should be sold in the summer.
Arsenal and Tottenham are reportedly in the Daily Mail as being interested in signing Hernanes. Spurs could offer Sandro as part of the deal.
Arsenal and Tottenham are reportedly in the Daily Mail as being interested in signing Hernanes. Spurs could offer Sandro as part of the deal.
Mirko Fersini's funeral will be held later on today.
Based on the training session at Formello today it looks like Edy Reja is planning on giving Cristian Ledesma a rest and start with Matuzalem next to Cana.
Moratti: "If Zarate continue like this we will consider buying him again."
Despite the loss, goalkeeper Federico Marchetti is voted Man of the Match by Lazioland. Check out the other player ratings in the match report.
"We will go to Turin to play for the win with open and attacking football": Mauri.
Alessandro Matri says both sides go into the clash in Turin following important victories over Palermo and Napoli respectively. He also states that Lazio have a lot of quality and are a strong side.
Antonio Candreva says he will play against his former side with great confidence after having his best game for Lazio against Napoli since arriving in the January mercato.
Lotito has promised he will make 3-4 quality signings in the summer mercato. On top of his list are Xhaka, Sapunaru and Funes Mori.
Giuseppe Biava was full of praise for the squad following the vital win over Napoli. He says that the team is "still alive and that we will fight for the Champions League qualification till the end".
In a surprising twist, Igli Tare has told SkySports that Lazio will try to sign current Roma striker Fabio Borini off Parma at the end of the season.
Marek Hamsik recalls Mauri's strike as "a beautiful goal that truly decided the match".
"We had to win for Chinaglia": Reja.
"It was a direct clash for the Champions League spot. It feels twice as important that we won and Lazio is now 6 points ahead of Napoli": Reja.
"Moving here was the right decision. Everything is going well and I hope that I will stay at Lazio over the next few years": Miroslav Klose.
Lazio are considering signing the highly rated River Plate 20 year old Rogelio Funes Mori in the summer.
Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri is bemoaning his sides loss and ill fortune. He feels they played well enough and should have been awarded a penalty and taken the 3 points.
Stefan Radu says he was simply saluting and thanking the Curva and nothing more following the great victory over Napoli.
According to calciomercato.it Lotito met with Ederson's agent yesterday and will meet again today to close the deal
More injury worries ahead of the Napoli match for Edy Reja as Matuzalem and Brocchi also look unlikely to take to the field.
Napoli are also in an injury crisis as Gargano, Maggio, Zuniga and Dossena all look like missing the clash at the Olimpico.
Former Lazio keeper Felice Pulici believes Napoli will approach the game with caution and that Reja must start the match with only one striker.
Fox Sports are claiming that Lazio target Gianfranco Zola is linked with the Melbourne Victory post in the Australian A-League.
Hernanes' agent has hinted that his client is interested in a summer move to English Premier League. Both Liverpool and Tottenham are said to be keeping a close eye on Lazio's playmaker.
According to calciomercato.com Lazio will sign with Ederson next week.
Ederson: "My agent in contact with Lazio and a Brazilian club. I prefer to stay in Europe. [source:LLSN]
Alberto Bollini: "The draw was a fair result. Berardi was amazing today." [source:LLSN]
Lazio have still no made an agreement with CONI to play at Olimpico next season.
Manager for public safety in Rome has proposed to name a street in Rome after Giorgio Chinaglia.
Luciano Moggi remembers Giorgio Chinaglia as a "good person who will never be forgotten".
Edy Reja knows the importance of the Napoli clash and believes the outcome of it will decide Lazio's destiny this season.
Lazio legend and former captain Giuseppe Wilson says that Chinaglia was the symbol of Lazio and that he will always be fondly remembered and loved.
The injuries continue to mount as Stefan Radu also looks unlikely to feature against Napoli.
In the last few hours Lazio have been linked with left back Julian Velazquez and versatile midfielder Francesco Valiani.
Andre Dias looks set to miss at least the next 3 weeks with an inner thigh injury.
"If Lazio continues playing like this we can say goodbye to the Champions League": Reja.
Corriere dello Sport are reporting that Gianfranco Zola is one of the favourites to take over the Lazio bench in the summer.
Lionel Scaloni says he is happy for scoring his first Lazio goal but that it comes at a bad time.
There are rumors Bayern Munich defender Breno signed a 4 year deal with Lazio. Ederson's agent claims Lazio is a preferred destination.
Tare: We are following Granit Xhaka and Adrian Nikci
Rumors that Breno has signed are intensifying. Lazio are after Danilo from Udinese
"We have 9 finals to get through to next season's Champions League": Claudio Lotito.
Mauri and Brocchi say that the squad is calm and confident going into the vital final weeks of the season.
Marco Ballotta believes Parma will play an attacking game against Lazio at the Stadio Tardini on Sunday.
A Roman Derby looks set to take place in this summer's upcoming mercato as both Lazio and Roma are interested in Bayern defender Breno.
Juventus are considering making a summer bid for Hernanes and will try to include Reto Zielger in the deal.
"We have a great squad and we are going to Parma to win": Alvaro Gonzalez [Repubblica.it].
Napoli are favourites to sign Domenico Criscito from Zenit in the summer, while Lazio remain outsiders.
"Lazio will continue to dream of the Champions League", says Lazio's assistant coach Giovanni Lopez.
Lazio battling Manchester United and Aston Villa to sign Swiss talent Granit Xhaka. [source:talksport.co.uk]
Francesco Valiani is a possible makeweight in Parma's bid to buy Sergio Floccari outright.
Lotito has told Mediaset Premium that: "Montella is a very smart person and a great coach. In football there is nothing impossible."
Mauro Zarate announces on Twitter that he feels his Inter career is over after being left out of Inter's squad for the game against Juventus.
After the win over Cagliari, a jubilant Edy Reja said that these 3 points are very important and that this Lazio team always manages to surprise.
Senad Lulic has undergone clinical exams in Monaco over the last few hours. He is expected to return to Rome later tonight and will await the results.
Our goal scoring hero Modibo Diakite will be disqualified for the Parma match next week after picking up another yellow card against Cagliari.
Lazio are once again being linked to a summer swoop for Zdravko Kuzmanovic.
Lazio's jersey for the game against Cagliari will carry a yellow ribbon as a show of support for Italian soldiers who are in duty across the world.
Lazio could try again for Breno in the summer as the defender's contract with Bayern expires in June.
Lorik Cana is expected to make the bench in the encounter with Cagliari at the Olimpico after several months out.
Stefano Mauri: "10 games left, 10 battles. We need to go and win on Sunday, it is an opportunity, we play at home and want to hear the scream of the Olimpico."
Lazio to go after Podolski, Nilmar or Lassoga in the summer
Gonzalez says that the squad still believes in finishing 3rd.
"If I feel physically fit, the 2014 World Cup in Brazil is an achievable goal" - Klose [11Freunde].
Fabio Quagliarella looks imminent to leave Juventus in the summer mercato and is being closely monitored by Lazio, Fiorentina and Zenit. He is seen as the ideal striker to partner Klose next season.
"Lazio remains Ederson's favourite option" - Ederson's agent Gianluca Di Marzio
Konko ready for Cagliari, Cana is not excluding a summer exit [source: Gazzetta.it]
Reja has once again been linked with Palermo at the end of the season
Lazio face stiff competition in trying to sign Sporting Lisbon's Bruno Pereirinha. Napoli and Fiorentina are also interested in the versatile midfielder.
Lotito tells the players at training: "Enough errors, I want the Champions League".
Cristian Brocchi voted man of the match in his comeback by LazioLand. Check out the other ratings in the match report.
Reja has admitted interest in 3 AZ Alkmaar players, believed to be Elm, Maher and Beerens
The referee for Catania - Lazio will be Romeo
Lazioland wish Javier Garrido a Happy Birthday! He is 27 today!
Mauro Zarate: "I want to stay at Inter for another two years."
Bayern Munich targeting Hernanes for next season. The price is reported to be €16m. [source:transfermarkt.de]
Brocchi's agent claims that his client is willing to discuss a 1 year contract extension at Lazio
Francelino Matuzalem was heard repeatedly asking journalists if they thought he merited a red card for putting his hand in Dimanati's face during Lazio 3-1 defeat to Bologna.
Igli Tare; "Lazio will emerge from calcioscommese with heads held high".
Matuzalem suspended for two matches. Gonzalez for one.
Tuttomercatoweb state Lazio are looking in Germany for reinforcements with Michel Lasogga, Marcel Schmelzer and Roberto Hilbert being linked
Young striker Domingo Berlanga has failed to obtain a passport to play in Italy and has now left the club to go back to Spain. He has signed for Espanyol, after turning down their rivals Barcelona.
Luciano Zauri has recovered and is expected to start against Bologna.
Happy Birthday Abdoulay Konko! 28 today.
Antonio Rozzi and Danilo Cataldi called up for the Italy U18 team.
Alessandro Diamanti has told the media that Christan Brocchi has informed him that he is a Lazio icon having criticised Francesco Totti after a game in January.
Referee for Lazio - Bologna has been named as Marco Guida.
Senad Lulic could be out for another month after his medical exam in Germany showed the injury to be worse than originally believed.
Lulic and Radu will fly to Germany for a check-up, but will probably miss the game against Bologna; Konko, Rocchi and Cana are not ready. The only one who is closer to recovery is Brocchi
Gonzalez in doubt for the derby.He assures he'll be ready
Catania's Lo Monaco denies any possibility for Montella to coach Lazio next season, insisting that the elephants will be keeping him for another season.
Players called up for the derby: Goalkeepers: Berardi, Bizzarri, Marchetti Defenders: Biava, Diakitè, Dias, Garrido, Sbraga, Scaloni Midfielders: Candreva, Gonzalez, Hernanes, Ledesma, Matuzalem, Mauri, Zampa Attackers: Alfaro, Kozak, Klose
Konko forces himself back in the derby, Radu still in doubt[Source: gazzetta.it]
Mauro Bergonzi will be the referee on Sunday. He has been in charge of one Derby earlier, the Coppa Italia one last season that Lazio lost 2-1. Lazio's record with him is 7-4-3 and for Roma 8-2-1.
Controversial Lazio player Antonio Candreva commented the Derby: "I am aiming at being at my very best this weekend. We will win the Derby. Forza Lazio"
German captain and Lazio Bomber Miroslav Klose assured his fans that he is ready for the game on Sunday, that he is feeling well and has no injury to worry about, and that he hopes to decide the outcome of the game once again.
Zauri and Lulic are 100% out of the derby, hopes remain for Radu and Konko to recover [Source: gazzetta.it]
Stendardo: "I'd like to stop Udinese at the Friuli stadium on Sunday, to give a hand to my companions in the race for third."
Konko back in training and reja hoping for the player to be ready for Sunday.
Hernanes starting for Brazil in a friendly against Bosnia
Rocchi, Lulic, Stankevicius and Zauri are all expected to miss the Dery on Sunday
Lo Monaco: "Carrizo is doing good and is a quality goalkeeper and has done good with us so far"
Loew: "Klose will play against France. He is our captain."
Lazio linked with a loan move for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku next season [source:Talksport]
Edy Reja and Igli Tare are at Formello awaiting the arrival of President Lotito who is set to discuss the future of both men in a meeting later this evening.
Klose out of clash with Atletico Madrid
Lazio squad traveling to Madrid: Portieri: Berardi, Bizzarri, Marchetti; Difensori: Diakitè, Dias, Konko, Lulic, Zauri, Barluzzi, Fagioli, Serpieri; Centrocampisti: Candreva, Gonzalez, Hernanes, Ledesma, Matuzalem, Mauri, Zampa; Attaccanti: Kozak, Rozzi
Referee for Atletico Madrid - Lazio: Martin ATKINSON (ENG)
Fiorentina without Gamberini, Olivera & Cassani against Lazio after picking up cards against Bologna.
Lazio after Sao Paolo's 25 year old defender, Rhodolfo (Il Corriere Dello Sport)
Latest indications show that Lazio could play a 3-5-2 today with Ledesma in the center of the defense and Alfaro behind Klose...
Probable Formation for Lazio against Palermo (3-5-2): Marchetti (GK) - Zauri (LCB) - Ledesma (CB) - Dias (RCB) - Gonzalez (RM) - Matuzalem (CDM) - Hernanes (CAM) - Candreva (LM) - Alfaro (CF) - Klose (ST)
Luigi Spaccarotella, charged with murder of Gabriele Sandri sentenced to 9 years and 4 months, Sandri's family relieved...
Stefano Mauri signs 1-year extension. His contract will now expire in 2014. [source:sslazio.it]
Atletico Madrid visits the Pope ahead of the clash against Lazio (source:clubatleticodemadrid.com)
Diego Simeone: "Lazio are favourites. We are here to get a good result and hopefully score a goal, but Lazio are expected to win"
Mauro Zarate has fired his agent Beppe Bozzo [source:TMW]
Hernanes, Radu and Gonzalez all called up for the national team.
Stefano Mauri fully back in training.
Lulic, Radu and Stankevicius ready for Atletico, Dias certainly out.
Mauri: "Finally I am back in training!
Nilmar: "For now I will stay, but things change quickly"
Simeone: "A real challenge for us. Reja is doing well"
Dias, Radu and Alfaro should be ready for the Atletico Madrid clash this Thursday [source: Gazzetta.it]
Reja: "This team has character. It was just like winning a derby"
Reports have emerged from Spain that Lazio are close to agreeing terms with Guti (35) over a 6 month contract. Guti is out of contract after having spent one year in Turkey, following his 24 years with Real Madrid.
The list of Lazio players not at Reja's disposal: Alfaro, Brocchi, Cana, Dias, Makinwa, Mauri, Radu and Rocchi are all ruled out as injured, while Diakite is suspended for two games after the red card against Genoa.
Lazio squad against Cesena: Goalkeepers: Marchetti, Berardi, Bizzarri Defenders: Konko, Zauri, Scaloni, Stankevicius, Biava, Garrido Midfielders: Ledesma, Matuzalem, Gonzalez, Lulic, Hernanes, Zampa, Candreva Attackers: Kozak, Klose, Rozzi
Referee for Lazio - Cesena is Andrea Romeo.
Tommaso Rocchi aim to be back before the derby.
Lazio squad for Viareggio youth cup: Goalkeepers: Berardi, Scarfagna; Defenders: Serpieri, Vilkaitis, Salustri, Sbraga, Marin, Ilari, Fagioli, Filippini; Midfielders: De Francesco, Zampa, Cilfone, Cataldi, Dene, Andreoli; Attackers: Tira, Monteforte, Emmanuel, Barreto, Vivacqua, Pedro, Keita
Radu expected to start at centre-back against Cesena with Antonio Candreva set to make his full Lazio debut.
Simeone: "One day I will coach Lazio. It will warm my heart if Curva Nord sings my name" [source:Gazzetta]
Lazio has requested that the match against Cesena is to be played at 15.00 instead of 20.45
Mobido Diakite will miss the matches against Cesena and Palermo after his red card against Genoa
Biava to meet with Lotito for a contract renewal [source: LLSN]
Three players picked up injuries during the away trip to Genoa: Hernanes, Stankevicius and Rocchi. The captain might be out for the coming 20 days.
Libor Kozak is expected to be back in full training this week. A much needed addition to an injury plagued attacking line. The player will need at least one week before he is ready to play a game for his team, the medical staff reports. [source:TMW]
Reja refused to speak to the press after the loss against Genoa.
Lotito: "We did everything to postpone the match"
Miroslav Klose's agent denies speculation that the German forward had an argument with Igli Tare over the club's transfer policy [source: LLSN].
Edy Reja is expected to field an unchanged line-up against Genoa this weekend [source: LLSN].
Europa League squad registered for the tournament's latter stages: Bizzarri, Berardi, Marchetti, Dias, Lulic, Biava, Diakitè, Radu, Konko, Crescenzi, Zauri, Stankevicius, Mauri, Hernanes, Matuzalem, Gonzalez, Ledesma, Cana, Brocchi, Zampa, Candreva, Rocchi, Kozak, Klose, Monteforte.
Arsenal fail in their attempt to sign Antonio Rozzi as he signs a professional contract with Lazio [source: Talksport].
Dias expected to be out for at least 20 days after picking up an injury in the Milan game [LLSN]
"I leave happy memories behind, but I wanted to move as Lazio never believed in me" stated Simone Del Nero in an interview today. [source: Radio Sei)
In talks with Japanese media failed Lazio transfer target Keizuke Honda stated his disappointment at not coming to Lazio and Serie A. With an ending contract the Japanese superstar is now linked to PSG and Manchester City.
Keisuke Honda is en route to Rome to finalise deal with Lazio [source: LLSN].
As reported exclusively by LazioLand.com yesterday evening, Djibril Cissé is on the verge of signing for QPR and it could happen as early as today [source: LLSN].
Tullio Tinti, agent of Angelo Palombo and Pippo Inzaghi has spoken to both Parma and Lazio representatives at the ATAHotel in Milan [source: calciomercato.it].
River Plate and Lazio are negotiating a deal for Juan Pablo Carrizo in order to free up a non-EU spot for Keisuke Honda adn the deal could include 20-year old midfielder Ezequiel Cirigliano [source: LLSN].
Miroslav Klose named LazioLand Man of the Match today with captain Tommaso Rocchi picking up the unwanted Flop of the Match, check LazioLand's Player Ratings for more.
Reja on Honda: "He is an important player, we will find a tactical solution if and when he comes" [source: Sky Sports].
Dario Dainelli looks set to join Catania, ending speculation that he could end up at Lazio [source: TMW].
Zenit St. Petersburg are now the favourites to sign Milos Krasic of Juventus [source: TMW].
Cissé via Twitter: "Thanks to those who stood by me and special thanks to those who criticised me" {source: Twitter].
Cavanda linked to Novara [source: LLSN].
QPR interested in Cissé, 5.5 million euro bid is being reported [source: goal.com].
Honda agreement is found, but Carrizo idea rejected, forcing Lazio to free up a non-Eu spot for the Japanese midfielder [source: TMW].
Honda could sign first for Pergocrema before moving onto Lazio [source: TMW].
Gaby Mudingayi linked with sensational return to Lazio [source: TMW].
Lotito is pushing for Milos Krasic on loan with buyout option [source: Corriere dello Sport].
Primavera whizzkid Tommaso Ceccarelli could move on loan to Juve Stabia before the transfer window closes [source: Sky Sports].
Brocchi is three weeks away from returning to action [source: LLSN].
Gaby Mudingayi's agent Federico Pastorello squashes rumours that his client may move to Lazio by denying any contact between club and player [source: LLSN].
The Italian National rugby team will host England in the Six Nations at the Olimpico prior to Lazio's home tie with Cesena [source: Cittaceleste.it].
Mickael Ciani of Bordeaux is said to be attracting both Lazio and city rivals, Roma [source: Cittaceleste.it].
Ceccarelli's agent confirm meeting with Juve Stabia, should be official soon [source: LLSN].
Lazio squad travelling to the San Siro: Bizzarri, Carrizo, Marchetti, Biava, Diakitè, Dias, Garrido, Konko, Lulic, Radu, Scaloni, Stankevicius, Zauri, Del Nero, Gonzalez, Hernanes, Ledesma, Matuzalem, Zampa, Cisse, Klose, Rocchi.
Gonzalez changes agent from Fonseca to Lucci [source: LLSN].
Lazio to play 3-4-1-2 against Milan as Radu fails to recover in time [source:LLSN].
New Lazio signing Alfaro has picked up an injury to the calf of the left leg in training [source: Paideia].
According to football agent Barry MacIntosh, Tottenham Hotspur would consider a loan move for Mauro Zarate [source: Daily Mirror].
Dario Dainelli has once again become an option for the Lazio defence [source: TMW].
Igli Tare has told Lazio Style Radio that he has been working on the market prior to January and will showcase his work before it closes next week [source: LazioStyle Radio].
Celtic are reportedly interested in a summer move for Djibril Cissé despite the player expressing an interest to play in the United States [source: TMW].
Krasic is top of Edy Reja's wishlist while an exchange may take place with Parma involving Juan Pablo Carrizo and striker Jonathan Biabiany [source: LLSN].
Genoa deny that there has been any approach from Lazio for defender Dario Dainelli [source: LLSN].
Referee Rizzoli: "Sometimes we are called to make decisions and when we do, we can be criticised" [source: Cittaceleste.it].
Bizzarri, Diakite', Matuzalem and Cissé to be handed starts against AC Milan in Thursday's Coppa Italia quarter-final [source: LLSN].
New recruit Emiliano Alfaro could be given his Lazio debut on Thursday night [source: Corriere dello Sport].
CSKA Moscow president confirms negotiations with Lazio for Japanese midfielder Keisuke Honda [source: Cittaceleste.it].
Lazio have not made a bid for Juventus' Milos Krasic, although the player is keen to remain in Italy [source: TMW].
British tabloids are speculating that Lazio may make an 18 million euro bid for Sporting's Ricky van Wolfswinkel [source: The Mirror].
Miroslav Klose wins the third edition of "Athlete of the Year" [source: sslazio.it].
Cesena are not conducting negotiations with any clubs for their star midfielder Marco Parolo [source: TMW].
Federico Macheda believed Cissé was the one capable of giving Lazio victory against Inter Milan, according to a tweet posted on his Twitter account at half-time [source: Twitter].
Alfaro and Klose missed training on Monday but Brocchi made his return [source: Cittaceleste.it]
Reja wants Brocchi alternative from January mercato [source: LLSN].
Faraoni: "I finally got my revenge" [source: Sky Sport 24].
Chievo - Lazio moved from 20.45 to 15.00 on Sunday. [source: sslazio.it].