Lazio closing in on Botafogo star Doria

Botafogo star Doria has fueled reports of a move to Lazio, by not taking part in his side’s clash with Santos today.

The 19-year-old Brazilian international is highly regarded in his homeland, and is seen as a future captain of the Brazilian national team.

Tuttomercatoweb report that Doria not participating in the Brasilerão clash means that the defender is ready to depart the club

Lazio have never lost contact with Doria’s agent since expressing an interest earlier in the summer, and want him to replace compatriot Andre Dias in the Aquile rearguard.