Celtic Overtake West Ham in the Race for Unsettled Lazio Winger

NewsNow · The Laziali · 2026-07-28 · archive

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West Ham United face increased competition in their pursuit of a Lazio winger as Celtic have reportedly moved ahead in the race for the attacker’s signature. The London club had been monitoring the situation regarding the unsettled wide player, who is expected to depart the Italian side during the upcoming transfer window. Despite the Hammers' interest in reinforcing their attacking options with Serie A talent, the Scottish champions are now considered the frontrunners for the deal. This development suggests the Premier League side may need to reconsider their recruitment priorities if they are unable to secure a move for the disgruntled forward.

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