• Italian media claimed a €450 million offer to buy the club was rejected by current owner Claudio Lotito.
• The alleged bid reportedly came from American investors using JP Morgan as financial advisors.
• SS Lazio issued a strong official denial, stating no approach was ever received from the investment bank.
• The story emerges during a season where angry fans have boycotted home matches at the Stadio Olimpico.
• Lotito has controlled the Rome club since 2004, but supporters demand fresh investment in the playing squad.

Italian newspaper Il Tempo recently published claims that Claudio Lotito turned down a massive proposal worth €450 million to purchase SS Lazio. The report suggested that unknown American business figures wanted to enter the Serie A market. It stated that JP Morgan, the global investment bank, had presented the offer on behalf of these potential buyers.

According to the article, Lotito refused to sell and insisted on keeping full control of the Biancocelesti. However, the club quickly released an official statement to reject these claims completely. The Rome-based side stated clearly that they never received any proposal, expression of interest, or communication from JP Morgan or anyone acting for them. They described the newspaper report as entirely false and without any factual basis.

The club demanded that Il Tempo publish a correction with the same prominence as the original story. They also announced plans to report the matter to CONSOB, the Italian financial regulator. Lazio argued that such unfounded rumours could damage the proper functioning of the stock market and create uncertainty among investors.

These reports arrive at a difficult time for the club. Ultra groups have abandoned the Stadio Olimpico for several months this season in protest against Lotito’s leadership. The supporters believe the president cares more about financial stability than sporting success. They accuse him of accepting poor results on the pitch as long as the club maintains healthy bank accounts.

Lotito first rescued Lazio from the brink of financial collapse back in 2004. However, that was over twenty years ago, and fans now want new owners who will invest heavily in players. The club’s recent money problems include a six-month transfer embargo last summer. They failed mandatory financial stress tests, which meant they could not register new signings until they first sold existing members of the squad.

• Pedro Rodríguez scores the winning goal in his final appearance for the club
• The 38-year-old will leave Lazio when his contract expires on June 30
• He captained the side and the team wore special shirts featuring his face
• Manager Maurizio Sarri also said goodbye after their long partnership at Chelsea and Rome
• The Spanish winger plans to continue playing but has not chosen his next club

Spanish winger Pedro Rodríguez could not hold back his tears as he ended his time at Lazio with a perfect farewell. The 38-year-old scored the winning goal in his last match for the club against Pisa at the Stadio Olimpico.

The evening was full of emotion. Pedro wore the captain’s armband and the team played in shirts showing his face. He marked the occasion with a beautiful left-footed strike into the bottom corner to complete a comeback victory.

After the match, Pedro spoke to Sky Sport Italia about his feelings. “It was difficult to control my emotions today,” he said. “The respect from everyone here is amazing. I can only say thank you. This has been very special.”

The win came after Lazio had fallen behind to a Stefano Moreo header. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru levelled the score before Pedro grabbed the winner. The fans gave him a standing ovation when he left the pitch for the last time in a Lazio shirt.

Pedro also shared a warm moment on the touchline with manager Maurizio Sarri. The two men have a long history together from their days at Chelsea and now Lazio. “We have known each other for many years,” Pedro explained. “It was an honour to learn so much from him.”

Although he turns 39 in July, Pedro has no plans to retire. He scored five goals and made two assists in 29 Serie A games this season. He also won the Player of the Match award in his final game.

“I do not know what will happen next,” Pedro admitted. “I will rest for a short time and then look at my options. It has been a hard season for all of us. Now I want to enjoy these memories and be with my family.”

It was sad that the Lazio ultras kept their boycott of home matches, so the stadium was almost empty. Some fans held banners saying they came only for Pedro or Sarri. However, the ultras did give Pedro their support at the training ground yesterday.

• Inter Milan beat Lazio 2-0 to win the Coppa Italia trophy in Rome
• The victory secured a domestic double for the Nerazzurri after their Serie A success
• A defensive error from Nuno Tavares led to Inter’s second goal after 35 minutes
• Cristian Chivu claimed his second trophy as Inter manager during his debut season
• Maurizio Sarri served a touchline suspension and watched from the stands

Inter Milan lifted the Coppa Italia trophy after a dominant 2-0 victory against Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico. The win completed a domestic double for the Milan club, who had already secured the Serie A title this campaign.

The defeat ended Lazio’s hopes of European qualification through cup success. The Rome side struggled to break down Inter’s defence and create clear scoring opportunities throughout the match.

Player ratings revealed a disappointing evening for the Biancocelesti. Portuguese left-back Nuno Tavares received the lowest mark of 4.5. He lost possession inside his own half after 35 minutes under pressure from Denzel Dumfries. The Dutch wing-back quickly passed to Lautaro Martínez, who finished calmly to double Inter’s lead.

Mattia Rovella provided a rare bright spot for Lazio with a rating of 6.5. The Italian midfielder replaced Patric at half-time and improved the team’s control in the centre of the pitch. However, poor finishing in the final third prevented the Eagles from getting back into the game.

Manager Maurizio Sarri watched from the stands due to a suspension. His side lacked the attacking unpredictability that typically defines his teams.

Inter’s best performers included Dumfries, Federico Dimarco and captain Lautaro Martínez, who all earned scores of 7. Dimarco’s dangerous cross forced an own goal by Adam Marusic for the opener. Martínez displayed excellent leadership and physical strength until his substitution in the 77th minute.

Coach Cristian Chivu celebrated his second trophy of the season. The Romanian has enjoyed a remarkable first year in charge at the San Siro club.

• Inter Milan aim to secure a domestic double after winning the Serie A title
• Lazio seek cup glory to salvage a season that sees them ninth in the league
• Both managers plan major changes following Inter’s 3-0 victory over Lazio last Saturday
• Key players return from injury and rest for the final at the Stadio Olimpico
• Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 BST on Wednesday evening

SS Lazio host Inter Milan in the Coppa Italia final at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday night. The Rome side sits in ninth place in Serie A and enters the clash as the clear outsider.

Inter arrive as league champions and hope to lift a second trophy this term. The Nerazzurri defeated Lazio 3-0 in their recent league meeting at the weekend.

Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri expressed disappointment with his team’s display on Saturday. Reports suggest he will alter his entire midfield trio. Patric, Kenneth Taylor and Toma Basic are expected to start in the centre of the pitch.

Mattia Zaccagni is likely to return from a foot injury to feature in the front three alongside Gustav Isaksen.

Inter coach Cristian Chivu plans to recall several first-team stars who rested at the weekend. Manuel Akanji, Piotr Zielinski, Denzel Dumfries and Federico Dimarco should all return to the starting eleven for the final.

The referee will start the match at 20:00 BST.

The predicted Lazio line-up in a 4-3-3 formation includes: Motta; Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Nuno Tavares; Basic, Patric, Taylor; Isaksen, Noslin, Zaccagni.

Inter are likely to use a 3-5-2 system: J.Martinez; Bisseck, Akanji, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Zielinski, Sucic, Dimarco; L.Martinez, Thuram.

Supporters in Kenya can follow the action through international sports broadcasters and online streaming platforms. The final airs live on Premier Sports 1 in the United Kingdom and on Paramount+ in the United States.

• Serie A chief Luigi De Siervo opposes moving the Rome Derby to Monday, May 18
• Rome authorities ordered the switch due to safety fears near the stadium
• The Italian Open tennis final will bring 20,000 fans next door on Sunday
• League rules demand simultaneous kick-offs for teams in close competition
• The fixture remains scheduled for Sunday, May 17, pending resolution

The head of Italy’s top flight has cast uncertainty over plans to delay the capital clash. Luigi De Siervo remains unconvinced about shifting the fixture to Monday.

Fixtures for matchday 37 have sparked a row between league officials and city authorities. Earlier today, Rome’s security officials demanded the match move from Sunday to Monday. They cite safety concerns for the change.

Journalists questioned De Siervo about the Monday slot during a Tuesday briefing. The chief executive responded with scepticism, suggesting the switch will not happen.

The decision comes because the Italian Open tennis final takes place on Sunday. More than 20,000 tennis supporters will gather at the Foro Italico. This venue sits right beside the Stadio Olimpico, creating potential crowd control issues.

League rules state that sides competing for identical positions must kick off at the same time during the final two matchdays. This regulation complicates any schedule changes.

• Marco Guida selected to officiate his first-ever Coppa Italia Final.
• Lazio face Inter Milan at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday, May 13.
• Paolo Silvio Mazzoleni named as Video Assistant Referee (VAR).
• Kick-off scheduled for 20:00 UK time (21:00 CEST).
• Guida has issued three straight red cards in 29 matches this season.

Italian referee Marco Guida will oversee the Coppa Italia Final between Lazio and Inter Milan this week. The 44-year-old official from Torre Annunziata near Naples has received his maiden appointment for this prestigious showpiece.

The clash takes place at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday, May 13. The match begins at 8:00 PM UK time. The winner will be decided after 90 minutes. Extra time and penalties may follow if the sides remain level.

Paolo Silvio Mazzoleni will operate the VAR system. He will work alongside assistant Aleandro Di Paolo in the video booth. Luca Zufferli will serve as the fourth official on the touchline. He will manage the technical areas for managers Maurizio Sarri and Cristian Chivu.

Guida has taken charge of 29 fixtures across all competitions this campaign. He has awarded 11 penalties and shown three direct red cards during those matches.

Inter Milan hold a favourable record with Guida in the middle. The Nerazzurri have won 17, drawn 10 and lost only six matches under his watch. However, five Inter players have received their marching orders in those fixtures.

Lazio’s record stands more balanced. The Biancocelesti have secured 12 victories, eight draws and suffered 12 defeats when Guida has officiated. Eight Lazio players have been sent off in these encounters.

• Both sets of ultras will miss Saturday’s league meeting at the Stadio Olimpico.
• Supporters will gather at Ponte Milvio rather than entering the stadium.
• Lazio fans continue their protests against the club’s current owners.
• Inter Milan supporters join the boycott in solidarity with their rivals.
• The move aims to ease tensions before Wednesday’s Coppa Italia final at the same venue.

Organised supporter groups from Lazio and Inter Milan have announced plans to avoid the Stadio Olimpico during Saturday’s Serie A fixture. The two sets of fans have agreed to stage a coordinated boycott of the match.

The Lazio ultras are continuing their demonstrations against the club’s current owners. These protests have dominated the second half of the season for the Rome-based side.

Meanwhile, Inter Milan supporters have decided to stand with them in a show of unity. The Nerazzurri fans are not protesting against their own club but are joining Lazio’s groups in solidarity.

Rather than watching from the stands, both groups will meet at Ponte Milvio ahead of kick-off. This location will serve as a gathering point for supporters from both clubs.

The decision carries tactical significance. The two teams face each other again just four days later in the Coppa Italia final at the same stadium. By staying outside on Saturday, the fans hope to reduce tension and build harmony before the cup showdown.

A spokesperson for the supporter groups confirmed they will return for Wednesday’s final. They explained that avoiding the league match helps create a peaceful atmosphere. The representative urged all fans to arrive early for the midweek showpiece and stressed the need for unity during the important clash.

• Roma can move to within one point of fourth-placed Juventus
• Paulo Dybala starts on the bench despite returning from injury
• Fiorentina remain unbeaten in their last seven league matches
• Several key players miss the clash due to injuries and suspension

The Stadio Olimpico in Rome hosts a vital Serie A fixture this evening. AS Roma welcome ACF Fiorentina for a match that kicks off at 7:45 PM UK time.

The Giallorossi sense a chance to edge closer to Champions League football. Juventus dropped points earlier, so a victory would put Roma just one point behind fourth place.

Coach Claudio Ranieri faces several selection headaches. Neil El Aynaoui misses out due to a suspension, while Lorenzo Pellegrini, Artem Dovbyk and Evan Ferguson remain in the treatment room.

Fitness doubts also surround Manu Koné, Zeki Celik and Bryan Zaragoza. Meanwhile, Paulo Dybala recovers from injury but starts among the substitutes. He last began a match on January 25th.

The attacking trio of Donyell Malen, Dybala and Matias Soulé rarely feature together from the start. Tonight, Malen and Soulé lead the line with Niccolò Pisilli in support.

Fiorentina arrive with confidence after avoiding defeat in seven consecutive league matches. They sit comfortably above the relegation zone but want absolute certainty of safety.

The Viola drew their last two games against Sassuolo and Lecce. They remain without Moise Kean, Roberto Piccoli, Niccolò Fortini and Tariq Lamptey through injury.

Robin Gosens and Fabiano Parisi return to the squad. Albert Gudmundsson operates as a false nine, with Jack Harrison and Manor Solomon providing width in attack.

AS Roma: Svilar; Mancini, Ndicka, Hermoso; Celik, Cristante, Koné, Wesley; Soulé, Pisilli; Malen

ACF Fiorentina: De Gea; Dodo, Pongracic, Ranieri, Gosens; Ndour, Fagioli, Brescianini; Harrison, Gudmundsson, Solomon

• Kick-off is at 10:45 PM East Africa Time at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.
• Paulo Dybala returns to lead the Roma attack alongside Matias Soulé and Donyell Malen.
• The home side can move within one point of fourth place after rivals dropped points this weekend.
• Both teams face significant injury problems ahead of the clash.
• Fans in the UK and Ireland can watch on DAZN, while Paramount+ shows the match in the USA.

AS Roma host ACF Fiorentina this evening in a vital Serie A Week 35 fixture. The match begins at 8:45 PM local time in Italy. For viewers in Kenya, the action starts at 10:45 PM East Africa Time.

The Giallorossi have a strong chance to boost their hopes of a top-four finish. AC Milan, Juventus and Como all lost points earlier in the weekend. A victory for Roma would move them to within one point of fourth place.

Coach Claudio Ranieri welcomes back star forward Paulo Dybala. The Argentine is fit to start after recent fitness concerns. He will join Matias Soulé and Donyell Malen in a three-man attack. Midfielder Manu Koné is also available for selection in the centre of the pitch.

However, the home side face several absences. Striker Artem Dovbyk and captain Lorenzo Pellegrini are both injured. Winger Bryan Zaragoza and forward Evan Ferguson are also unavailable. Additionally, midfielder El Aynaoui serves a suspension.

Fiorentina arrive in Rome sitting in 16th position. They hold a nine-point lead over Cremonese, who occupy the 18th spot in the table. The visitors travel without five key players. Moise Kean, Roberto Piccoli, Tariq Lamptey, Luis Balbo and Niccolò Fortini all miss out through injury or illness.

Probable Line-Ups:

AS Roma (3-4-2-1): Svilar; Mancini, Ndicka, Hermoso; Celik, Cristante, Koné, Wesley; Soulé, Dybala; Malen.

ACF Fiorentina (4-3-3): De Gea; Dodò, Pongracic, Ranieri, Gosens; Ndour, Fagioli, Mandragora; Harrison, Gudmundsson, Solomon.

Kenyan supporters can follow the game via international streaming platforms. DAZN broadcasts the match for audiences in the UK and Ireland. Paramount+ carries the coverage for viewers in the United States. Local sports packages in Kenya may offer access to these services.

• Moise Kean will miss the trip to Rome because of a family emergency between May 1 and May 4.
• The Florence club face AS Roma with no fit strikers due to an ongoing injury crisis.
• Coach Raffaele Palladino may use Albert Gudmundsson as a False 9 to solve the attacking shortage.

ACF Fiorentina have confirmed that forward Moise Kean will not travel for Monday’s Serie A match against AS Roma. The Italy international needs to attend to a personal family matter immediately.

The club released a statement explaining that Kean will return to training at Viola Park on the morning of May 5. However, the striker was already unlikely to feature because of a long-standing fibula problem that has troubled him for several months.

This absence creates a major headache for manager Raffaele Palladino. Roberto Piccoli, the only other recognised centre-forward, suffered an adductor strain during the recent match against Sassuolo. He remains doubtful for the trip to the capital.

The injury list grows longer. Wing-backs Robin Gosens and Fabiano Parisi are only taking part in partial training sessions. Meanwhile, defenders Niccolò Fortini and Tariq Lamptey are definitely ruled out.

Fiorentina have not yet secured their place in next season’s Serie A. They sit dangerously close to the relegation zone without a guaranteed safety margin.

The match kicks off at the Stadio Olimpico on Monday evening at 19:45 UK time (20:45 local time). Palladino may need to play midfielder Albert Gudmundsson in a False 9 role to solve his attacking crisis.