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By Akpo Esco 

Matteo Guendouzi’s future at Lazio remains a hot topic as the January transfer window approaches, and Sunderland could go head-to-head with Newcastle United and another Premier League side for his signature, TEAMtalk sport understands.

The 26-year-old, who has made over 100 appearances for the Biancocelesti since joining from Marseille in 2023, is facing mounting speculation about a return to England.

Lazio are open to offers around €30m (£26m / $35m), driven by the club’s pressing need to generate capital gains and avoid another potential transfer ban in 2026.

Sarri views Guendouzi as an important player, but financial realities could force a sale, and multiple clubs are looking to capitalise on the situation.

Potential replacements, such as Bologna’s Giovanni Fabbian and Scotland’s Lewis Ferguson, have already been identified by Lazio 

Source: BBC (TEAMtalk sport)