Administrator Stan 18,365 Posted August 19, 2021 Administrator Share Posted August 19, 2021 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/58261423 Pedro has signed for Lazio directly after leaving Roma. First player to do so in 36 years! Quote Spanish forward Pedro has completed one of the most contentious transfers in European football. The 34-year-old has become the first player in 36 years to cross the Roman divide, signing for Lazio from arch rivals Roma. The former Chelsea player has signed a two-year deal and will link up with former Blues boss Maurizio Sarri again. Roma released Pedro from his current contract, with manager Jose Mourinho deeming him surplus to requirements. Pedro was a regular starter in Serie A under Mourinho's predecessor, Paulo Fonseca, making 40 appearances in all competitions, with six goals and seven assists. The controversial move is softened somewhat by Lazio not having to pay for Pedro, with him signing on a free transfer. The last player to move between the sides was goalkeeper Astutillo Malgioglio in 1985, and prior to that defender Carlo Perrone in 1981. Aleksandar Kolarov, Sinisa Mihajlovic, Diego Fuser, Angelo Peruzzi and Roberto Muzzi also played for both clubs, but did not move directly between them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 5,100 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 Big balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Gonzo 8,177 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 He's been crap the last few years at Roma, so I don't expect this to be a great signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 5,100 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 7 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said: He's been crap the last few years at Roma, so I don't expect this to be a great signing. One year! Only one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coma 1,763 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 He wasn't even at Roma long enough to be considered a Roma player. It was a move that both sides regret. Glad he's gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Gonzo 8,177 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 12 minutes ago, Spike said: One year! Only one! Oh, then he was so shit at his last year at Chelsea I forgot he was still there - I remember he had a decent start at Roma and then he just fell way the fuck off again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoRoss 800 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 Think most Roma fans are just delighted to get his wages off the books. He looks almost finished so can't imagine anyone is remotely fussed he's gone to Lazio, and probably struggle to make any impact there either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Profesor 1,457 Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 One thing I find curious about italian football is how common it is to players move from one rival club to another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil-Dick Willie 3,253 Posted August 20, 2021 Share Posted August 20, 2021 Genuinely think that Villa------Messi-----Pedro Was the best attack I've ever seen. Lewandowski with Robben and Ribery was past the latter 2s top prime. Shame Pedro has fallen so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 5,100 Posted August 20, 2021 Share Posted August 20, 2021 50 minutes ago, Devil-Dick Willie said: Genuinely think that Villa------Messi-----Pedro Was the best attack I've ever seen. Lewandowski with Robben and Ribery was past the latter 2s top prime. Shame Pedro has fallen so far. Well he is an old man now, can’t blame him too much. Long career too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 5,100 Posted August 20, 2021 Share Posted August 20, 2021 8 hours ago, Dr. Gonzo said: Oh, then he was so shit at his last year at Chelsea I forgot he was still there - I remember he had a decent start at Roma and then he just fell way the fuck off again I think he was great, I have a definite soft spot for him. So strange Barcelona sold him so early. Must have wanted to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waylander 166 Posted August 20, 2021 Share Posted August 20, 2021 I wondered if he would retire in his last season at Chelsea so seeing him move around the Italian clubs is surprising. I guess buying him is a bit of a double edged purchase as you are also get his experience from all those winner medals. Not surprised Mourinho was happy to see him move on this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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