Maurizio Sarri has confirmed Joaquin Correa wants to leave Lazio: ‘I hope he changes his mind.’
The Argentinean striker has been linked with Arsenal and PSG.
According to reports in Italy, both clubs are in talks to sign the 26-year-old who is currently on international duty with Argentina national team.
Il Corriere dello Sport reported last month that Arsenal had offered €20m to sign the former Sevilla striker, while PSG are considering including Pablo Sarabia in a player-plus-cash swap deal.
Italian transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, reported Lazio value Correa at €45m and prioritise cash offers over swap deals.
During his unveiling press conference, Sarri admitted that the Argentinean striker has already informed the club that he wants to leave in the summer transfer window.
“He could play as a left striker if he wants to do it,” Sarri said.
“I know the player has expressed his desire to leave, I’d be happy if he changes his mind when he returns from the Copa America.”
Correa joined Lazio in a €15m deal from Sevilla in the summer of 2018.
He has scored 30 goals in 117 appearances with the Biancocelesti and his contract at the Stadio Olimpico expires in June 2024.