Leaked Lotito Call Deepens Lazio Rift as Sarri Cites 'No Ambition' for Exits

Overview

• An Instagram-posted recording captured Claudio Lotito saying players want to leave because they do not want Maurizio Sarri and included insults directed at a supporter.
• Lotito later issued an official statement asserting there are no players against the coach and that Sarri has the club’s full confidence.
• Following a 0-0 draw with Lecce, Sarri said departing players told him they see no ambition at Lazio and he recalled one player leaving his office in tears.
• Sarri indicated Alessio Romagnoli is pushing to join Al-Sadd and warned that replacing his defensive leader at this stage is impossible.
• The coach reduced expectations to securing Serie A safety this season, citing recent exits and insufficient like-for-like reinforcements.