Keita Balde Diao would not commit his future to Lazio even after scoring the Champions League play-off winner against Bayer Leverkusen.

“It is a very important victory and we’d been waiting a long time for this,” the 20-year-old told Sport Mediaset.

“The whole year of work was leading up to this, but it’s not over and we must show determination to get the qualification.

Keita Balde Diao would not commit his future to Lazio even after scoring the Champions League play-off winner against Bayer Leverkusen.

“It is a very important victory and we’d been waiting a long time for this,” the 20-year-old told Sport Mediaset.

“The whole year of work was leading up to this, but it’s not over and we must show determination to get the qualification.

“It was important above all for the fans who come here and give us their support. We want to win for us and for the people.”

Keita was asked whether he would still be leaving after this crucial strike and laughed.

“Let’s talk about matters on the pitch.”

The former Barcelona youth product had complained he was not getting enough playing time and reportedly requested a transfer.

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