Lazio have officially confirmed the transfer of Marcos Antonio to São Paulo.
In a statement released on their official website, Lazio announced the midfielder’s move to the Brazilian club.
The official statement reads: “S.S. Lazio communicates that it has temporarily transferred Marcos Antonio with a mandatory purchase option upon the occurrence of certain conditions.”
This transfer marks the end of Marcos Antonio’s tenure with Lazio, a period during which he made significant contributions in the heart of the midfield.
Further details about the conditions that would trigger the obligatory purchase were not disclosed in the statement, leaving room for speculation about the midfielder’s permanent move to São Paulo.
Marcos Antonio is expected to bolster São Paulo’s midfield, bringing his European experience to the Brazilian side.
This move comes amid a busy transfer window for Lazio, who are concurrently looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.
Stay tuned for more updates on this and other transfer news.