Lazio Lead the Chase for Atletico Madrid Benchwarmer | OneFootball

Lazio are reportedly keen to sign Atletico Madrid right-back Nahuel Molina, emerging as the most interested club in his services.

The Background

Serie A fans are already familiar with the Argentinian player who spent two campaigns at Udinese before earning a transfer to the Spanish capital in the summer of 2022. He initially established himself as a regular starter at Diego Simone’s court, but his importance dwindled lately, as the versatile Marcus Llorente has now become the El Cholo’s first-choce right-back.

Molina’s Stats & Contract

The Boca Juniors youth product has thus far made 43 appearances in all competitions this season, with many coming off the bench, especially in recent weeks. The World Cup winner contributed with a single goal and three assists in the process. With his contract expiring in June 2027, this could be the ideal time for the Colchoneros to cash in on his services and earn a decent transfer fee.

Lazio Interested in Nahuel Molina

According to DSports Radio (via La Lazio Siamo Noi), Molina’s situation has caught the attention of several clubs, but Lazio are considered his staunchest admirers. The Italian capital club considers the 27-year-old as the right profile to bolster its ageing full-back department, as Elseid Hysaj, Amad Marusic and Manuel Lazzari are all on the wrong side of 30.

Lazio Also Seeking a Left-Back

The Biancocelesti are also looking to bolster the opposite flank, as they have been recently linked with Leeds United’s left-back Junior Firpo who will leave Elland Road once his contract expires at the end of the season.