Lazio & Roma contest derby transfer battle over Sassuolo’s Pinamonti

Lazio & Roma contest derby transfer battle over Sassuolo’s Pinamonti Lazio are weighing a move for Andrea Pinamonti as they look to hand Gennaro Gattuso a much-needed attacking reinforcement, though they face competition from within the capital and beyond. The Biancocelesti need to bolster their forward line as well as their defence, and, according to Tuttosport, via LaLazioSiamoNoi , the Sassuolo striker is among the names on their list. The operation looks complicated for financial reasons, but Pinamonti’s contract situation, his deal expiring in 2027, could prompt the Emilian club to reflect on cashing in this summer rather than risk losing value. PARMA, ITALY – MAY 24: Andrea Pinamonti of US Sassuolo Calcio is challenged by Emanuele Valeri of Parma Calcio 1913 during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio 1913 and US Sassuolo Calcio at Stadio Ennio Tardini on May 24, 2026 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) Roma and Fiorentina rival Lazio for Pinamonti Money is not the only obstacle for Lazio, who must also contend with rival suitors. According to Tuttosport’s reports, the Sassuolo forward has drawn interest from Fiorentina and, significantly for a derby subplot, Roma. The Giallorossi are hunting an attacker to complete their front line and provide a reliable alternative to Donyell Malen , who was their standout performer in the second half of last season, and Pinamonti is viewed as an appealing option in that regard. It sets up the possibility of a genuine Rome-tinged tug-of-war for the Italian, with both Lazio and Roma seeing him as a solution to their respective needs up front. For Sassuolo, the interest of multiple Serie A clubs could work in their favour, potentially sparking the kind of bidding interest that firms up their valuation, provided any suitor is willing to meet the financial demands that currently make the deal a tricky one to pull off.