Lazio veteran Immobile signs for Besiktas
Ciro Immobile has swapped Rome for Istanbul after departing Lazio to sign a two-year deal with Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas, ending an eight-year stint in the Italian capital.
The Italy striker's exit was confirmed on Sunday (AEST), with Immobile leaving Lazio as the club's all-time leading scorer with 207 goals.
Reports in Italy suggest that Lazio is set to receive a fee worth up to €3 million ($4.8 million), while the 34-year-old has signed a two-year contract in Turkiye.
"An agreement has been reached with the player and his club regarding the transfer of professional football player Ciro Immobile," a statement from the Turkish giant read.
"An agreement has been reached with the player for two seasons, starting from the 2024-2025 season, and the player will be paid a guaranteed net fee of €6,000,000 [$9.7 million] for each season."
Addressing Lazio's supporters in a video posted on the club's official website, Immobile said: "I think the moment has come to not say goodbye, but see you again. This will always remain my home.
"I will cheer you on. I am a Lazio fan. I send hugs and hope to see you soon. An exceptional journey, but like all beautiful stories, there's a beginning and an end.
"The fans have been fantastic, they've given me everything."
