Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic signs new long-term contract with Lazio

Lazio have now moved to end speculation by securing Milinkovic-Savic to a five-year deal, along with the striker Ciro Immobile

Lawrence Ostlere
Monday 01 October 2018 18:18 BST
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Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ciro Immobile have signed new deals
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ciro Immobile have signed new deals (EPA)

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Manchester United target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has signed a new long-term contract with Lazio, tying him to the Italian club until 2023.

The Serbian, 23, is one of the most highly rated midfielders in Europe and has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League, with Manchester City, Liverpool and Tottenham all said to be monitoring his progress, as well as United.

Lazio have now moved to end that speculation by securing Milinkovic-Savic to a five-year deal – along with the striker Ciro Immobile, who scored 29 league goals last season, on the same length contract.

Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic Savic celebrates
Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic Savic celebrates (EPA)

Milinkovic-Savic’s previous deal had run until 2022 and along with an added year on his deal, his form has been rewarded with significantly increased terms.

Lazio are seventh in Serie A, following their 3-1 defeat to city rivals Roma on the weekend.

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