OFFICIAL: Parma sign Matteo Cancellieri

Parma have bolstered their attacking options with the acquisition of Matteo Cancellieri from Lazio on a season-long loan. The deal includes an option for Parma to make the transfer permanent at the end of the 2024-2025 season.

Cancellieri, a product of Roma’s youth academy, joins the Gialloblu after a stint with Lazio where he struggled to secure regular first-team football. The young Italian winger is known for his pace, dribbling skills, and versatility across the front line.

The move to Parma represents an opportunity for Cancellieri to gain valuable playing time and potentially reignite his career. At 22 years old, he still has plenty of room for development and could prove to be a significant asset for Parma as they aim to compete in Serie A.

Parma’s sporting director expressed excitement about the signing, highlighting Cancellieri’s potential and the added depth he brings to the squad. The club views this loan as a low-risk, high-reward opportunity to assess the player’s fit within their system before deciding on a permanent transfer.

For Lazio, the loan move allows them to give Cancellieri the playing time he needs to develop further, while still retaining control over his long-term future. If the winger impresses at Parma, it could either increase his value for a future sale or provide Lazio with an improved player upon his return.