Lazio had been working on a deal for Milos Kerkez but Fabrizio Romano suggests that Bournemouth have now hijacked the move for the AZ Alkmaar talent.
It was reported last week that the Biancocelesti had agreed personal terms with the Hungarian teenager and were in the process of negotiating a fee with the Eredivisie side, who wanted around €20m for his signature.
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Lazio are in the market for a new left back, wanting an alternative to Elseid Hysaj, but now may have to turn their attention to Juventus’ Luca Pellegrini.
As reported by Fabrizio Romano, Bournemouth have now reached a total agreement with AZ for Kerkez, who has agreed to the terms of a contract with the Cherries. Medicals are now being booked for the 19-year-old.
Lazio have been quiet in the early weeks of the summer transfer window but are now on the verge of completing their first signing, agreeing a €20m total deal with New York City FC for striker Valentin Castellanos.