Midfielder Luis Alberto seeks contract cancellation amid rising tensions with Lazio

Tensions have risen at Lazio following recent losses, prompting fan protests. Midfielder Alberto has expressed his desire to leave the club, despite being under contract until 2027.

Chirag

April 13, 2024

Tensions Inrease Between Luis Alberto And Lazio — Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images

Tensions are escalating at Lazio following recent defeats to Juventus in the Coppa Italia semi-final and Roma in the Rome Derby. Despite a 4-1 victory against Salernitana in their latest match, fans used the occasion to express discontent toward the players and management. A pre-match banner displayed in the stadium read: “You are not worthy of wearing our shirt.” Midfielder Alberto has openly expressed his desire to depart from the club, despite being under contract until 2027.

In an interview with DAZN, Alberto stated, “I hope to enjoy the last games and then we’ll see. They have been difficult weeks, I will not be part of the project next year, I asked the club to release me from my contract and I do not want to receive one more euro from Lazio. I will leave the next four years that remain on my contract to others, it is fair to take a step aside in this club that has given me so much. I think the time has come time to leave my salary to the club for other.”

Alberto also took to his personal Instagram account to express gratitude to the fanbase, stating, “I’m grateful for the displays of affection, my relationship with the Lazio fans is excellent and it’s just a source of pride.”

“I thank them for everything they have done in my years at the club, especially to the guys from the Curva Nord and the Tribuna Tevere who have always supported me.”

“I will always have you in my heart. I will continue to work hard and give my all on the pitch until the last minute of the last match, as I always have.”

The uncertainty remains regarding Alberto’s future in Italy. In the meantime, should he maintain his place in the starting lineup, Alberto must focus on the upcoming fixture against Genoa on April 19. Additionally, Lazio has an opportunity for redemption in the second leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final against Juventus.