The new one is taking shape Laziowith the management wanting to provide reinforcements to coach Marco Baroni as soon as possible. Among the first names that should wear the white and blue jersey is Fisayo Dele-Bashirumidfielder born in 2001 and playing for Hatayspor. Agreement on the salary with the interested party: next week the final details should be ironed out, followed by medical visits and signature.
Forged in England, emerged in Türkiye
If not making mistakes at school is fundamental for the present and future of a student, the same is true for a footballer at youth sector level. In this sense, Dele-Bashiru couldn’t have wished for anything better, given that he grew up in the Manchester City Academy and, among other things, coinciding with Guardiola’s arrival on the first team bench.
Bashiru, between 2017 and 2020, split his time between Under 18 and Under 23, making a good impression without however making his first team debut. After three seasons his apprenticeship ended and his real career began, signing for Sheffield Wednesday. An important three-year period for the Nigerian attacking midfielder, who competes in a competitive championship like the Championship.
In the summer of 2023, the time came for Lazio’s fiancé to leave England. After his contract with Sheffield Wednesday ended, he accepted the offer from Hatayspor as a free agent. At the Turkish club, he showed off his skills as perhaps he had never done before, with 8 goals in 39 appearances between the league and cup. He also won back the national team, scoring against South Africa in the 1-1 draw and valid for the World Cup qualifiers.
Characteristics and role
A versatile midfielder, who can play in the middle of the pitch but also a few metres further forward as his strong offensive skills dictate. If necessary, he can also play on the external lanes both in a possible offensive trident and in midfield. A factotum from midfield upwards, therefore, who can be useful to Baroni and his Lazio.