Lazio ready to sign talented Serie D striker – The Laziali

Lazio have identified Virtus Francavilla striker Gabriele Artistico as an intriguing talent and will look to complete a deal soon.

The Biancocelesti have already started to make moves during the summer transfer window, officially completing deals for Loum Tchaouna from Salernitana and Tijjani Noslin from Hellas Verona, adding the first reinforcements to Marco Baroni’s squad.

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Lazio are expected to sign a few more players in the coming months, including a midfielder and a left-back, with Hellas Verona’s Juan Cabal being targeted for the latter role. Fans are a little concerned about the quality of the squad and Baroni’s abilities on the bench.

As reported by Alfredo PedullaLazio have reached an agreement with Serie D club Virtus Francavilla for Artistico, who will undergo medical examinations in the Italian capital in the hours before signing his four-year contract.

The 21-year-old Italian forward will then be loaned to a Serie B club to continue his development, with Spezia and Juve Stabia both interested in a move.