After a decade with Man City, David Silva 'would like a different experience' - Lazio Boss Tare

David Silva in action for Manchester City on the final day of the Premier League against Norwich City. The Citizens eased past the Canaries 5-0 inside the Etihad Stadium. Photo: Visionhaus

Lazio director Igli Tare commented on ‘mutual friends’ with Manchester City star David Silva and building the future team around Ciro Immobile.


Naturally, when Tare spoke to Sky Sport Italia at the Stadio Olimpico, he was asked about the growing reports Lazio want to sign Silva as a free agent.

“I don’t know where these stories come from,” said Tare with a smile, having initially pretended not to hear the question.

“He’s a great player, of course, and I have heard from some mutual friends that he would like a different experience after 10 years in England, but there’s a big difference between saying something and making it happen.”

Immobile can not only clinch the Capocannoniere title, but also the Golden Boot for Europe’s top scorer and a new all-time Serie A record.

David Silva of Manchester City is congratulated by teammates as he is substituted during his last game for Manchester City during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Norwich City at the Etihad Stadium. Photo: Visionhaus

“We will build Lazio around Immobile because he has a long contract and is an important figure in this club. He’s had an exceptional season, but the team played for and with him too.

“Lazio are in the Champions League after 13 years, now we are studying initiatives to bring the club even higher with Immobile a key figure.”