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Lazio consider move for Brighton defender Diego Coppola

The 22-year-old Italian defender is a candidate for a transfer to reinforce the club's defence.

Published: 5 Jun 2026 08:49 GMT • 2h ago

Lazio are considering 22-year-old Italian defender Diego Coppola as a candidate to reinforce their defence, which is a priority for the club. Manager Rino Gattuso has indicated a need for new players and has requested five signings, two of whom are defenders.

Coppola, who was acquired by Brighton and is coming from a loan spell at Paris FC, is a target. It is reported that the English club is willing to let him go on another loan deal that includes an obligation to buy set at 12 million euros. The Italy international, who has two caps, made 13 appearances in Ligue 1 for Paris FC and 5 in the Premier League for Brighton during the 2025/2026 season. His market value is currently €10.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Other Serie A clubs, such as Milan, Fiorentina, and Torino, have also been linked with him.