The race for Renato Veiga’s signature has intensified, with Lazio emerging as a serious contender and potentially outmaneuvering Juventus in the process. The Portuguese defender, currently at Chelsea, has become a hot property in the January transfer window, with multiple clubs vying for his services.
Calciomercato report how Juventus, who had initially shown strong interest in Veiga, now finds themselves in a challenging position. The Turin club’s sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli, had prioritized Veiga as a key defensive target, even making a trip to London to discuss the possibility of a transfer. However, the expected acceleration in negotiations has not materialized, leaving Juventus in a precarious situation.
Lazio have seized this opportunity to make a bold move. The Roman club are reportedly preparing an offer that could trump the competition: €14 million plus a 50% future resale clause. This proposal aligns closely with Chelsea’s desire to monetize on Veiga, who is currently valued at around €25 million.
The situation is further complicated by the interest from Borussia Dortmund, who remain in the picture, awaiting updates from both Chelsea and the player. This three-way battle has put Juventus in a difficult position, as they had initially hoped to secure Veiga on a loan deal.
Juventus’ interest in Veiga stems from his versatility, capable of playing as a left-back or in central defense. He became a priority for the Bianconeri after failed attempts to sign players like Araujo and Tomori, and with the situation regarding Hancko still uncertain.
As it stands, Juventus have not yet responded with a counter-offer. The club is primarily waiting to gauge Veiga’s intentions, which will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this transfer saga. These are high-intensity hours in the transfer market, with Giuntoli working on multiple fronts, hoping for the perfect alignment of circumstances to bring Veiga to Turin.
