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Petar Ratkov Transfer from Red Bull Salzburg to Lazio
According to Tuttomercato, Petar Ratkov, one of Lazio's two new acquisitions, has received his first call-up for the team.
According to Tuttomercato, Petar Ratkov, one of Lazio's two new acquisitions, has received his first call-up for the team.
Petar Ratkov has left Red Bull Salzburg and moved to Serie A, signing a contract with Lazio Rom until the summer of 2030. Salzburg's new sporting director, Marcus Mann, stated that Petar had developed excellently in Salzburg over the past six months and was an important part of their team. Mann said it is understandable that he now wants to take the opportunity to move to one of the big leagues, and they wish Petar health and success at his new club. Petar Ratkov stated that his years in Salzburg were very nice and instructive for him and he thinks now is the right time to take the next step, adding that Lazio presents a great opportunity for him. Ratkov's new coach, Maurizio Sarri, commented on the transfer, stating that he does not know the player. Sarri added that he has not watched Austrian football and does not have time for it.
Petar Ratkov has left Red Bull Salzburg and moved to Serie A, signing a contract with Lazio Rom until the summer of 2030. Salzburg's new sporting director, Marcus Mann, stated that Petar had developed excellently in Salzburg over the past six months and was an important part of their team. Mann said it is understandable that he now wants to take the opportunity to move to one of the big leagues, and they wish Petar health and success at his new club. Petar Ratkov stated that his years in Salzburg were very nice and instructive for him and he thinks now is the right time to take the next step, adding that Lazio presents a great opportunity for him. Ratkov's new coach, Maurizio Sarri, commented on the transfer, stating that he does not know the player. Sarri added that he has not watched Austrian football and does not have time for it.
Lazio announced the official acquisition of Petar Ratkov from Red Bull Salzburg. The Serbian striker signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with Lazio.
Lazio announced the official acquisition of Petar Ratkov from Red Bull Salzburg. The Serbian striker signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with Lazio.
According to CalcioMercato, Petar Ratkov is the new striker for Lazio. Ratkov arrived at Fiumicino airport yesterday evening, underwent medical examinations with the club, and then signed the contract. The deal is worth approximately 13 million euros, and the 22-year-old's contract is worth 1.5 million euros. Lazio president Lotito decided to invest in Ratkov from Salzburg to find a starting striker to replace Castellanos. There had been interest from several top European clubs in the player. In an official statement, S.S. Lazio announced that it has definitively acquired the sporting rights of Petar Ratkov, who comes from Red Bull Salzburg.
According to CalcioMercato, Petar Ratkov is the new striker for Lazio. Ratkov arrived at Fiumicino airport yesterday evening, underwent medical examinations with the club, and then signed the contract. The deal is worth approximately 13 million euros, and the 22-year-old's contract is worth 1.5 million euros. Lazio president Lotito decided to invest in Ratkov from Salzburg to find a starting striker to replace Castellanos. There had been interest from several top European clubs in the player. In an official statement, S.S. Lazio announced that it has definitively acquired the sporting rights of Petar Ratkov, who comes from Red Bull Salzburg.
According to Italian transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà, Lazio has reached an agreement with Red Bull Salzburg for striker Petar Ratkov, and the Rome-based club finalized the conditions for the transfer the previous night. It is reported that only final formalities remain before the deal is completed. Lazio management views Ratkov, who was born in 2003, as a long-term investment who combines a notable physical presence with significant potential for further development. The move occurs as Lazio is making changes to its attacking lineup, and Coach Sarri had insisted on new players to bring depth and offer new tactical options. After a draw with Fiorentina, Sarri commented that he does not know Ratkov and does not know what to say about him. The coach also said that he has to get to know the player and that people at the club know him better than he does.
According to Italian transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà, Lazio has reached an agreement with Red Bull Salzburg for striker Petar Ratkov, and the Rome-based club finalized the conditions for the transfer the previous night. It is reported that only final formalities remain before the deal is completed. Lazio management views Ratkov, who was born in 2003, as a long-term investment who combines a notable physical presence with significant potential for further development. The move occurs as Lazio is making changes to its attacking lineup, and Coach Sarri had insisted on new players to bring depth and offer new tactical options. After a draw with Fiorentina, Sarri commented that he does not know Ratkov and does not know what to say about him. The coach also said that he has to get to know the player and that people at the club know him better than he does.
Claudio Lotito stated that Petar Ratkov arrived at Lazio to replace Castellanos. Lotito said that Lazio had been following Petar Ratkov for a long time and knew all about him, including his speed and characteristics which fit the club's needs. Lotito described Ratkov as a player born in 2003, and stated this was part of the club's strategy to rejuvenate the squad.
Claudio Lotito stated that Petar Ratkov arrived at Lazio to replace Castellanos. Lotito said that Lazio had been following Petar Ratkov for a long time and knew all about him, including his speed and characteristics which fit the club's needs. Lotito described Ratkov as a player born in 2003, and stated this was part of the club's strategy to rejuvenate the squad.
According to Krone.at, Lazio Rome announced on social media on Wednesday evening that Petar Ratkov had arrived. The Italian club will likely pay Salzburg 13 million euros for the player, in addition to bonuses and a resale fee. Ratkov is expected to sign a contract until 2030, with a medical check scheduled for Thursday. He had moved to Salzburg from Backa Topola in 2023 for a transfer fee reported to be 5 million euros, and it is said that his former club has a 15 percent resale fee.
According to Krone.at, Lazio Rome announced on social media on Wednesday evening that Petar Ratkov had arrived. The Italian club will likely pay Salzburg 13 million euros for the player, in addition to bonuses and a resale fee. Ratkov is expected to sign a contract until 2030, with a medical check scheduled for Thursday. He had moved to Salzburg from Backa Topola in 2023 for a transfer fee reported to be 5 million euros, and it is said that his former club has a 15 percent resale fee.
Tuttomercato reports that Petar Ratkov has arrived at Fiumicino airport in Rome ahead of his transfer to Lazio. He will sign his new contract with the club following his medical examinations. President Claudio Lotito has budgeted an investment of approximately 13 million euros for the transfer.
Tuttomercato reports that Petar Ratkov has arrived at Fiumicino airport in Rome ahead of his transfer to Lazio. He will sign his new contract with the club following his medical examinations. President Claudio Lotito has budgeted an investment of approximately 13 million euros for the transfer.
Petar Ratkov is set to leave Red Bull Salzburg. According to Italian media, the deal with Lazio is finalized. Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Lazio will pay Salzburg 13 million plus an additional bonus to sign Petar Ratkov permanently. The player is expected in Rome to undergo medical examinations and will then sign a five-year contract. His salary will be approximately 1.5 million euros. Lazio had been observing Petar Ratkov for a longer period and decided to sign him, with coach Maurizio Sarri having approved the transfer after initially preferring a more experienced player.
Petar Ratkov is set to leave Red Bull Salzburg. According to Italian media, the deal with Lazio is finalized. Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Lazio will pay Salzburg 13 million plus an additional bonus to sign Petar Ratkov permanently. The player is expected in Rome to undergo medical examinations and will then sign a five-year contract. His salary will be approximately 1.5 million euros. Lazio had been observing Petar Ratkov for a longer period and decided to sign him, with coach Maurizio Sarri having approved the transfer after initially preferring a more experienced player.
Alberto Abbate stated that Lazio acquired Petar Ratkov, and that Sarri did not know who Ratkov was and was unaware of the club's negotiations for him.
Alberto Abbate stated that Lazio acquired Petar Ratkov, and that Sarri did not know who Ratkov was and was unaware of the club's negotiations for him.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Petar Ratkov is close to transferring to Lazio Rom. The Italian club is paying RB Salzburg a transfer fee of 13 million euros plus bonuses.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Petar Ratkov is close to transferring to Lazio Rom. The Italian club is paying RB Salzburg a transfer fee of 13 million euros plus bonuses.
According to a report from Tuttomercato, Lazio has reached an agreement with Salzburg for Petar Ratkov for 13 million euros including bonuses. The report also states that Ratkov will arrive in the capital today and will be available to Maurizio Sarri as soon as possible.
According to a report from Tuttomercato, Lazio has reached an agreement with Salzburg for Petar Ratkov for 13 million euros including bonuses. The report also states that Ratkov will arrive in the capital today and will be available to Maurizio Sarri as soon as possible.
Serbian striker Petar Ratkov, 22, is expected to arrive at Lazio in Rome tomorrow as the intended successor to Valentin Castellanos for coach Maurizio Sarri. Lazio will pay Salzburg a fee between 12 and 13 million euros for the forward. For Salzburg, the transfer represents a significant profit, as they will nearly triple the approximately 5 million euros they paid to acquire him from TSC Backa Topola in July 2023. The Serbian international has 3 caps for his country. He has scored 9 goals and provided 2 assists in 17 Bundesliga appearances this season, and his contract with Salzburg was due to expire in 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €7.00m.
Serbian striker Petar Ratkov, 22, is expected to arrive at Lazio in Rome tomorrow as the intended successor to Valentin Castellanos for coach Maurizio Sarri. Lazio will pay Salzburg a fee between 12 and 13 million euros for the forward. For Salzburg, the transfer represents a significant profit, as they will nearly triple the approximately 5 million euros they paid to acquire him from TSC Backa Topola in July 2023. The Serbian international has 3 caps for his country. He has scored 9 goals and provided 2 assists in 17 Bundesliga appearances this season, and his contract with Salzburg was due to expire in 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €7.00m.
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