Dinamo Moscow and Southampton were the first to express interest in Petar Ratkov, with both clubs looking to secure a permanent deal for the striker. However, it's now been revealed that Red Star Belgrade has also joined the chase, further complicating Lazio's efforts to offload the player. Ratkov had hoped to fight for his place under Gennaro Gattuso at Lazio, but it seems the coach would rather bring in a different option up front, leaving the striker open to a move.
Lazio are pushing to get a sale of Petar Ratkov over the line so they can reinvest the proceeds elsewhere in the squad. This is part of a broader search for a new forward, with Mauro Icardi as their other priority. According to Football Italia, Fiorentina are among the clubs monitoring Icardi, should they sell Moise Kean to Como. Cesc Fabregas is pushing to land Kean, offering Champions League football and full trust in attack, which would leave Fiorentina in need of a like-for-like replacement.
Lazio remain Mauro Icardi's most consistent suitor and continue to view him as their priority target. However, Icardi has been reluctant to commit while waiting to see if a bigger offer materialises before his career winds down. Lazio will likely need to improve their proposal to convince him.