Lazio Close In on Davide Frattesi Deal With Mandatory Purchase Loan

Lazio are reportedly close to completing a deal for Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi after the two clubs reached broad agreement over the transfer fee and structure. The proposed move would initially bring the Italian midfielder to Lazio on loan before triggering a mandatory permanent transfer once specific conditions are met.

The total value of the deal is expected to reach €15 million, with the fee divided between the initial loan and the eventual permanent transfer. The main issue still under discussion concerns the exact conditions that would activate the mandatory purchase clause. Inter are also reportedly seeking to retain a significant percentage of any future transfer involving Frattesi, potentially between 15 and 20 percent.

The transfer comes at a difficult period for Lazio, who have faced considerable financial and sporting challenges during 2026. The club was previously hit with a transfer ban and is currently operating under strict financial limitations. Maurizio Sarri has also left his position, with former Italy national team coach Gennaro Gattuso taking charge as Lazio look to rebuild their squad.

European qualification is unlikely to be used as the condition for making Frattesi's transfer permanent, given Lazio's limited prospects of securing a continental place this season. Instead, the mandatory purchase could be linked to factors that are easier to measure during the campaign, such as the number of appearances made by the midfielder.

Another possible trigger could involve Lazio's final position in the Serie A standings. Such a structure would allow Lazio to strengthen their midfield without having to pay the full transfer fee immediately, while giving Inter protection through performance-based conditions and a future resale percentage. If the remaining details are finalized, Frattesi could soon begin a new chapter in his career in Rome.