Lazio’s move to sign Senegalese forward Bamba Dieng has fallen through after the player did not pass his medical examinations, according to Italian news agency ANSA.
The deal, which would have brought the free agent to Rome, was called off following the tests. ANSA reports that the transfer is now off, though the agency does not specify the exact reason for the medical failure.
Dieng had been expected in Rome to complete the move, with earlier reports from ANSA indicating he was close to joining Lazio as a free agent. The 26-year-old had been without a club, making him an attractive option for the Serie A side looking to bolster its attack late in the transfer window.
The collapse of the deal has drawn a sharp reaction from supporters, with Italian newspaper la Repubblica reporting that fans are frustrated by the club’s pursuit of Dieng. The outlet quotes fans questioning why the team is not targeting more high-profile names, with some asking, "Icardi, where is he? What have we done to deserve this?"
Sportmediaset adds that Dieng’s knee did not pass the tests, providing a more specific detail on the failed medical.
Lazio president Claudio Lotito had been exploring the free-agent market to strengthen the squad, according to RomaToday, and Dieng was identified as a potential addition.
With the Dieng move now dead, Lazio will need to look elsewhere for attacking reinforcements before the transfer window closes. The club’s options are limited to other free agents or loan deals, and the pressure is on to find a solution that satisfies both the coaching staff and the fanbase.
