Disappointing in the jersey of Olympique de Marseille, Nuno Tavares brings happiness to Lazio. President Lotito doesn’t even want to hear about a sale, no matter the amount!
After a great start to the season, Nuno Tavares quickly disappointed Marseille supporters with more than disappointing performances. Sportingly and in attitude, the Portuguese failed to convince loon to keep it. However, at the Lazio, he brings happiness to <a href="https://www.archysport.com/2022/03/the-serie-a-league-splits-on-the-president-lite-marotta-lotito-and-from-the-figc-gravina-attacks-resentments-from-those-who-have-no-power-the-leaders-do-not-scream-first-page/" title="The Serie A League splits on the president. Lite Marotta-Lotito, and from the FIGC Gravina attacks: 'Resentments from those who have no power … The leaders do not scream' | First page”>Claudio Lotito who does not want to sell it, not even for 70 million euros as the president declared to The Messenger : “We overcame strong competition from big clubs to recruit him this summer. I will not sell Nuno Tavares, even for 70 million euros”
Nuno Tavares, “the deal of the year”?
Nuno Tavaresafter his loan to Olympique de Marseille where he played 39 matches and scored 6 goals, experienced a turning point in his career. Despite an inconclusive experience with Nottingham Forestwhere he only played 12 matches, the Portuguese international found a new opportunity. On July 15, 2024, he was loaned to the Lazio for a season in Serie A, with a compulsory purchase option valued at €5.5M under certain conditions. His debut was impressive and quickly made headlines in the Italian media.
Marco Baroninew Lazio coach, expressed his confidence in Tavares, calling him a player with great potential. He acknowledged the risks associated with his arrival, especially after injury, but highlighted his quality and ability to integrate into the team. Lazio needed a player like him to energize their left side, especially with their game based on many crosses.
Nuno Tavares, the best deal of the year for Lazio? Arrived for 5.5 million euros, with a 20% resale clause, the full-back has already recorded 7 assists. Its current value is estimated at at least 20 million euros. This operation is considered the most advantageous in terms of quality/price ratio for a Serie A club during the last summer according to Gazzeta dello Sport.
Journal: Nuno #Tavaresthe deal of the year for Lazio. Recruited for 5.5M (+20% on resale), the full-back has already delivered 6 assists and is now worth at least 20M. This is the best quality/price operation for a Serie A club last summer. pic.twitter.com/NKoL91jY0a
— GuillaumeMP (@Guillaumemp) October 29, 2024
Finally maturity for Nuno Tavares, or just another flash in the pan?
In a recent match, Lazio triumphed 3-0 against Genoa, where Tavares, although he did not score, was essential. He provided two assists, one for Tijjani Noslin and the other for Pedrowhich earned him the man of the match title. His impact is being felt across the team, with president Claudio Lotito saying he wouldn’t sell him for less than €70 million, highlighting the importance of his signing.
After only 9 days in Serie A, Tavares has already delivered 7 assists, placing him among the best passers in the European leagues. His former teammate Bukayo Saka shares this same assessment. His speed and physical skills earned him the nickname « Nuno Express ». Integrating perfectly into Lazio’s playing system, he created an effective synergy with Mattia Zaccagni and Tijjani Noslin, bringing an appreciable offensive touch to the team. Recruited for 5.5 million euros, Tavares is now estimated at at least 20 million, but the player will have to confirm. His time at OM was also thunderous during the first matches before becoming a caricature during the second part of the season. Finally maturity for Nuno Tavares, or just another flash in the pan?
