Mattia Zaccagni is regarded as one of the finest and most experienced attackers in Serie A, and it is no surprise that several top clubs are eager to add him to their squad. Juventus, in particular, courted him for much of the previous season and had hopes of securing his services when the current season began.
The men in black and white were confident that they could pull off a deal for Zaccagni, as they began working on the transfer. In most cases, the issue usually lies in the agreement between clubs. However, Juventus also faced difficulties when it came to convincing Zaccagni to leave Lazio, despite their repeated efforts.
Juventus’ Pursuit of Zaccagni
It took some time for Juve to realise that the transfer was not going to materialise. They eventually gave up and shifted their focus to other potential targets, leaving Zaccagni to continue his career as a crucial player for Lazio. The Rome-based club, meanwhile, was pleased to see that he would remain with them for another season. From Juventus’ perspective, they surely would have preferred to secure the attacker’s signature, but they had to move on.
Zaccagni’s Reason for Turning Down Juventus
In a recent revelation, Zaccagni opened up about his decision to turn down Juventus. He explained that the primary reason for his choice was the renewal he received from Lazio. Zaccagni spoke candidly, as quoted by Tuttomercatoweb:
“Yes (I turned down Juventus), but I wanted the renewal because I immediately felt like I was part of a family, they welcomed me well and I wanted to be part of something that I also felt was mine. I am truly happy with the choice I made and now I want to get all the satisfaction I can with this shirt.”
Zaccagni’s decision to stay at Lazio seems to have been the right one, as he has become an integral part of their squad. He undoubtedly has a deep connection with the club and its supporters, something that likely played a big role in his decision. Given the circumstances, it appears that Zaccagni made the best choice for both his career and his personal feelings. Juventus may have missed out on an exciting addition, but Zaccagni’s commitment to Lazio proves that loyalty and personal connections can be just as important as career opportunities.
