Romano Floriani Mussolini is officially back at Lazio following a breakthrough season in Serie B with Juve Stabia. The Biancocelesti confirmed they have exercised their buy-back clause for the 22-year-old right-back.
Lazio Re-Sign Romano Floriani Mussolini
Lazio have formally reacquired Romano Floriani Mussolini, triggering a buy-back clause after Juve Stabia purchased him permanently earlier this month.
The defender played 37 matches across all competitions last season, tallying one goal and four assists, and cementing himself as a starter in a campaign that helped Juve Stabia clinch promotion to Serie B.
Juve Stabia initially activated their purchase option, but Lazio countered with their right to bring him back—clearly impressed with his progress.
“SS Lazio has exercised their counter-option to buy back the player,” the Campania club confirmed in an official statement.
Romano Floriani Mussolini Career Path
The Rome-born right-back began his youth career in AS Roma’s academy, before switching to Lazio at a young age. He is the great-grandson of Benito Mussolini, though his footballing development has taken precedence in recent years.
Following loan spells at Pescara and Juve Stabia, Mussolini has shown consistent growth. His latest season was particularly notable for his composure, work rate, and improving attacking output from the right flank.
Could Mussolini Break Into Lazio’s First Team?
Maurizio Sarri already has three right-backs in his squad—Manuel Lazzari, Adam Marusic, and Elseid Hysaj—but all are over 30.
With Sarri aiming to refresh and modernize the squad, there’s growing expectation that Mussolini could be integrated into the first team as a long-term solution on the right side of defense.
Given his Serie B experience and growing maturity, the 22-year-old may finally get his shot at regular Serie A minutes.
Sarri will likely assess Mussolini closely during pre-season before deciding whether to keep him in the senior squad or send him out on another loan.
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