Maurizio Sarri has compiled a list of players he would like to work with at Lazio - and top of that list is Chelsea misfit Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Maurizio Sarri is set to be reunited with his former Chelsea pupil Ruben Loftus-Cheek at LazioLazio will soon ask Chelsea for the player on loan with the the option to buy at the end of the season for a pre-agreed fee. Sarri knows Loftus-Cheek well, having already trained the attacking midfielder during their time together in London, when Sarri briefly took charge of Chelsea and led the club to Europa League glory. Lazio have noted how Loftus-Cheek can fill different roles across the pitch, adding to both depth and tactical versatility. His presence and physical stature is also of importance to Sarri; Loftus-Cheek is 6ft 3in tall and has great dynamism in every area of ​​the pitch.

Source: Daily Mail June 08, 2021 11:55 UTC