Lazio President Claudio Lotito said he “turned down €110m for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic” and criticised Inter for their approach to Stefan de Vrij.
The patron spoke at an awards ceremony this evening and discussed the midfielder wanted by Juventus, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid and more.
“I turned down €110m for Milinkovic-Savic on August 29, so I don’t know how much he is worth now, but I can tell you €100m isn’t enough,” said Lotito.
Lazio President Claudio Lotito said he “turned down €110m for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic” and criticised Inter for their approach to Stefan de Vrij.
The patron spoke at an awards ceremony this evening and discussed the midfielder wanted by Juventus, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid and more.
“I turned down €110m for Milinkovic-Savic on August 29, so I don’t know how much he is worth now, but I can tell you €100m isn’t enough,” said Lotito.
“I get angry when I read people call Lazio a supermarket. I’ve never put anyone up for sale. In the past they wouldn’t even knock on the door, clubs would just come and take, but now they have to ask for permission.”
The Aquile have lost defender De Vrij on a free transfer to Inter after he refused to sign a new contract.
His situation became controversial when he played, and made a costly error, in the final game of the season that handed Inter Champions League qualification.
“We knew that De Vrij had a deal with Inter, but we had faith in the professionalism of the player. It’s just fate that he made those mistakes.
“We made the choice, (Coach Simone) Inzaghi and I. Inter could’ve avoided putting people in a difficult situation. If the contract had been agreed in January, why announce it just before the game?
“We lost, then whether you can recriminate on various things is pointless. Lazio could’ve been in a different position this season, that was recognised by everyone.
“I was one of those who brought VAR and goal-line technology to Serie A. We are trying to make this sport better, because the fundamental principle is those who deserve it should win. The facts are there for everyone to see.”