Italian Serie A side Lazio are reportedly preparing to open contract extension talks with Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru in December as the club looks to secure his long-term future in Rome.
The proposed negotiations are expected to focus on extending the 25-year-old’s current deal and improving his salary before the January transfer window opens, reflecting Lazio’s reported intention to retain him as part of their plans for the coming seasons.
Dele-Bashiru is currently contracted to Lazio until June 2028, but the club are keen to address his future well before the final year of his agreement. An extension would provide greater certainty for both parties while potentially improving the financial terms of his stay in Italy.
According to reports from Italy, Lazio are also considering new contracts for Danish winger Gustav Isaksen and Italian midfielder Nicolò Rovella, whose existing agreements also run until 2028.
The club reportedly want to begin or intensify discussions with the representatives of the three players before the winter transfer window, with the aim of avoiding uncertainty over their futures.
However, negotiations have not yet produced a confirmed agreement, and the proposed extension for Dele-Bashiru remains at the planning stage.
The midfielder’s situation has attracted attention following previous links with English Premier League clubs, including Manchester United. Lazio’s reported interest in offering him improved terms could help the Italian side maintain control over his future amid speculation about potential interest from abroad.
Dele-Bashiru joined Lazio after previously playing for Turkish club Hatayspor and developing through the youth system at Manchester City. His physical strength, ability to carry the ball forward and versatility in midfield have made him an option for different tactical roles.
His progress in Rome, however, has been interrupted by injury problems during the current campaign.
The Nigerian international suffered a hamstring injury during Lazio’s opening Serie A fixture against Bologna on August 24, which forced him to miss several matches and ruled him out of Nigeria’s international assignments in September and October.
His absence interrupted an important period in his efforts to establish himself in the squad, leaving him to focus on rehabilitation and regaining match fitness.
Dele-Bashiru subsequently returned to group training and received medical clearance before making his comeback as a substitute in Lazio’s 3-1 victory over Monza on October 11.
Head coach Gennaro Gattuso introduced him in the 60th minute, giving the midfielder an opportunity to return to competitive action after several weeks on the sidelines.
His return provides Lazio with another midfield option as they navigate a demanding schedule of domestic fixtures.
For Nigeria, Dele-Bashiru’s fitness and continued development at club level remain important considerations, particularly as the Super Eagles look to maintain depth and competition in midfield.
The 25-year-old has earned 19 senior international caps for Nigeria and scored twice for the national team, adding international experience to his club career.
Lazio’s reported plans to discuss a new contract could therefore become an important development in the midfielder’s career, although his immediate priority will be to regain full fitness and secure consistent playing time.
With his current agreement running until June 2028, the Italian club still have time to negotiate. Nevertheless, beginning discussions in December would allow the management to assess the midfielder’s future before the January transfer window creates additional uncertainty.
For now, there is no confirmed extension or officially announced salary increase. The next significant development is expected to depend on the discussions between Lazio’s management and the player’s representatives.
If an agreement is reached, Dele-Bashiru could secure improved financial terms and a longer stay in Rome, while Lazio would strengthen their position regarding the future of one of their Nigerian midfielders.
