Lazio Dealt Zhegrova Blow as Cancellieri Turns Down Serie A Club

Lazio are facing an uphill challenge in their quest to sign Juventus winger Edon Zhegrova, as Matteo Cancellieri has reportedly rejected his most keen admirers.

Lazio Interested in Juventus Winger Edon Zhegrova

Earlier this week, the Kosovar international emerged as a target for the Biancocelesti, who would like to bolster their flanks after sorting out other departments by signing Alfonso Pedraza, Danilho Doekhi, Davide Frattesi, Josip Sutalo, and most recently Andrea Pinamonti.

Zhegrova’s Arrival Depends on Cancellieri’s Exit

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport (via La Lazio Siamo Noi), Lazio are hoping to acquire Zhegrova on loan with an option to buy from Juventus. The 27-year-old’s current net salary is €2.5 million per year, so the Biancocelesti should be able to cover it. However, the pink newspaper insists that the arrival of the former LOSC Lille player would only be plausible if Cancellieri were to leave.

Cancellieri Rejects Genoa

Over the past few days, the Roman winger has been linked with several Serie A clubs, with Genoa making the most concrete offer. But according to Italian journalist Damiano Er Faina, Cancellieri is refusing to join Daniele De Rossi’s team.

Lazio Dealt Zhegrova Blow as Cancellieri

The 24-year-old might be holding out for a more prestigious destination, like Fiorentina or Bologna, who have more ambitious projects and are aiming to fight for European slots. Perhaps he would end up reconsidering his decision if no other offers arrive, as he risks spending his campaign on the bench, since Gustav Isaksen is reportedly ahead of him in Gennaro Gattuso’s pecking order.

Cancellieri Running on an Expiring Contract

Cancellieri has been a Lazio player since 2022, but he spent two campaigns on loan at Empoli and Parma between 2023 and 2025. His contract with the Aquile will expire at the end of the season, giving the club an additional reason to offload him.