Dinamo Moscow launch surprise €15m bid for Lazio's Ratkov
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Russian club Dinamo Moscow have made a surprise €15 million offer for Lazio striker Ratkov, according to reports from Italy.
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Attributed to original sourceLazio’s attacking plans have been thrown into flux by a surprise bid from Dinamo Moscow for Petar Ratkov, with the Serbian striker now holding the key to the club’s summer.
According to Tuttomercatoweb , the Russian side launched an unexpected raid and, within hours, had secured Lazio’s agreement to a proposal worth €15m plus bonuses.
It is a striking turn given Ratkov’s form, six goals in his last four friendlies under Gennaro Gattuso, and one that, should it go through, would see Lazio cash in on a player who had become an emblem of the club’s much-vaunted “talent room” scouting operation, having signed only in January from Red Bull Salzburg.
SASSUOLO, ITALY – APRIL 04: Andrea Pinamonti of US Sassuolo Calcio celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the Serie A match between US Sassuolo Calcio and Cagliari Calcio at Mapei Stadium Citta del Tricolore on April 04, 2026 in Sassuolo, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) Pinamonti and Ivanović lined up as Ratkov replacements at Lazio The decision now rests with the striker, who is weighing the offer from Moscow. Lazio, however, are determined not to be caught unprepared.
Should Ratkov say yes, the club have two replacements ready. Their preferred option is Franjo Ivanović, the 2003-born Benfica forward, on a loan with an obligation to buy, though the Portuguese club are currently only willing to sanction a permanent sale at a fee beyond Lazio’s reach.
Should Benfica refuse to budge, Lazio would turn to their alternative and formalise a €15m proposal for Sassuolo’s Andrea Pinamonti .
The Italy international, an Inter academy product, has been a reliable Serie A scorer and would offer Gattuso a proven domestic option.
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What happened
Dinamo Moscow have reportedly tabled a €15m bid for Lazio forward Ratkov, catching the Italian club off guard. Ratkov joined Lazio but has struggled for regular playing time, making a move plausible. Lazio are now evaluating whether to accept the offer or hold onto the player. The proposed fee would represent a significant profit for Lazio if Ratkov's original acquisition cost was lower.
Chance analysis
This is an unusual cross-league transfer between Serie A and the Russian Premier League, which is rare due to geopolitical and financial constraints. For Lazio, €15m for a squad player is a notable offer worth considering, especially if Ratkov is not in first-team plans. For Ratkov, a move to Russia could revive his career but may limit his visibility in top European competitions.
If completed, Lazio lose a depth striker but gain €15m transfer revenue; Ratkov would get a fresh start in Russia but likely face reduced competitive profile.
Monitor whether Lazio accept or reject the bid, as Ratkov's departure would free up squad space and wages but remove a depth option in attack.