Christos Mandas has barely been given any chances all season, and the goalkeeper situation is poor bournemouth remains uncertain.
The Greek stop moved away from Lazio in search of more playing time after a disappointing first half of the campaign. Despite impressing under Marco Baroni in the 2024/25 season, he did not play once in Serie A.
Bournemouth was initially seen as a positive move but things did not change.
He has been on the bench eight consecutive times, apparently acting as a back-up Dorsey Petrovic.
Despite this, Lazio are hopeful that he will join the Cherries permanently.
News on Bournemouth contract
Lalaziosononoi Note that Mandas's intentions when moving to Bournemouth were clear. He simply wanted to play more often but his only appearance this season was against AC Milan in the Coppa Italia.
The Cherries included an obligation to buy into Greeley's contract. It will only start if Andoni Ierola's side qualify for the Champions League.
Lazio know it looks 'impossible' at the moment, with Bournemouth 12 points off the top four. Despite this, the Rome side are hopeful of a permanent deal, which is likely to be completed for a lower fee than the terms with an obligation to buy.
Irola's team is in doubt about the situation and has not yet taken a final decision regarding the goalkeeper.
Bournemouth should ask for a discount
Mandas proved himself well at Lazio last season. There was a time when many expected him to become a regular under Maurizio Sarri.
He was linked with a move to Juventus in January. Other Premier League clubs have also tried To sign it.
This shows that he is good enough to play regularly for Bournemouth and is fighting against an established pecking order.
However, the South Coast team should know how good he is. That's why it would make sense to sign him at a discounted price in the summer.
Lazio is struggling financially and would likely accept a lower fee. This could give Bournemouth the opportunity to sign a proven shot-stopper so he can be more involved next season.
