Lazio confirm Ratkov signing, reach Taylor agreement with Ajax

Lazio have confirmed the signing of Petar Ratkov on a permanent transfer from Red Bull Salzburg and are ready to welcome Kenneth Taylor after reaching an agreement with Ajax.

Lazio are bringing in reinforcements after the sale of Valentin Castellanos to West Ham and Matteo Guendouzi’s imminent move to Fenerbahce.

The Biancocelesti have just confirmed the purchase of 22-year-old forward Ratkov. The Serbian has scored 12 goals in 29 appearances across all competitions this season.

“S.S. Lazio agree signing of Petar Ratkov from Red Bull Salzburg,” the Biancocelesti said in a statement.

“The 22-year-old striker has put pen to paper on a long-term contract with S.S. Lazio after agreeing personal terms and successfully passing a medical.”

The Biancocelesti have also moved quickly to replace Guendouzi, who is set to undergo medical with Fenerbahce after playing his last game for Lazio on Wednesday.

Fabrizio Romano, in fact, reports that Kenneth Taylor is ready to move to the Stadio Olimpico from Ajax.

According to the report, this is also a permanent move for €15m plus €2m add-ons.

The Dutch midfielder will undergo medical tests on Friday before signing a contract until June 2030.