Lazio’s Tare in Germany for talks regarding Borussia Mönchengladbach youngster

Lazio sporting director Igli Tare is in Germany to hold talks with Borussia Mönchengladbach over the transfer of Granit Xhaka according to reports in Italy.

The 39-year-old is officially in Germany for family reasons, but cittaceleste.it are  reporting that the former striker is there in order to hammer out a deal for the Swiss youngster.

Despite making 18 appearances for the German club this season, he has been heavily linked with a move away from the Bundesliga side.

The Biancocelesti are interested in signing the former Basel standout, and are pushing for a loan deal with an option to sign the player at a later date for €6 million.

It remains to be seen whether Borussia Mönchengladbach will accept the offer since they signed the 20-year-old only last summer for a fee close to €8.5 million.

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