Lazio invite Nedved 'home'
Sunday 14 June, 2009
Pavel Nedved could continue his Serie A career after Lazio President Claudio Lotito confirmed an interest.
The Czech did not renew his contract with Juventus, but has said he is not sure whether he’ll hang up his boots quite yet.
A return to the Olimpico is on the cards, where he began his Italian experience from 1996 to 2001.
“Never say never,” smiled President Lotito on Radio Radio. “As of today Nedved is like the Queen who moves on the chessboard.
“Up until now I have not started any talks, but we are open to discuss any opportunity of enriching the squad.
“Nedved is a player in great shape, a champion of immense moral qualities and extremely motivated. We’ll deal with this when the possibility arises.”
Lazio are currently stalled on the transfer market, as they will not announce their new Coach until next week, although it is likely to be ex-Palermo boss Davide Ballardini.
Goran Pandev has demanded a transfer, but Juventus have denied making an offer and so Napoli are showing an interest.
“We have not received statements of interest from any club,” assured Lotito. “With all respect for Aurelio De Laurentiis, Napoli would not be a big step up compared to Lazio.
“If I were Pandev, then I would stay here.”
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