Lazio, Juventus’ next opponent in the league. issued a statement to clarify the non-departure of Immobile, Strakosha and Lucas Leiva in view of the match against Zenit. Immobile had played in the league, but for the Europa League match he did not receive the OK from UEFA. The FIGC has also opened an investigation. Here is the press release:
In relation to the press reports that have appeared in the various media, it is communicated that SS Lazio is in close contact with the state authorities and with national and international sports institutions with which it has been in dialogue for several days in compliance with the applicable rules and protocols.
The tests carried out yesterday for the European competition confirmed the positivity of some members of the team group who are already in isolation.
At the same time, the undersigned company, which continues to periodically monitor its members through qualified laboratories, found possible critical issues in relation to the results obtained by the European organization and, in a climate of full collaboration and protection of the health of the entire group and of the large community, is evaluating the individual positions of some members.
It remains understood that any decision on the issue will be shared with UEFA also through the FIGC.
In any case, the sports community is advised to take the utmost caution in disclosing unsubstantiated news and findings that could damage the right to privacy and image of the undersigned club and its members.
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