Inter close in on Lazio’s Provedel to partner Josep Martinez

Inter are closing in on the signing of Ivan Provedel from Lazio, with the experienced Italian goalkeeper set to join as competition and cover for Spaniard Josep Martinez.

According to Sky Sport, via CalcioMercato.it, the Nerazzurri are preparing to say goodbye to Yann Sommer this summer and want to pair Martinez, who is expected to be handed the number one shirt, with a reliable and experienced deputy.

Provedel fits that profile perfectly, having established himself as one of Serie A’s more dependable goalkeepers during his time at the Olimpico.

The move makes sense for all parties.

Lazio are expected to hand the starting role to Christos Mandas following his return from a loan spell at Bournemouth, making Provedel surplus to requirements.

Meanwhile, young goalkeeper Edoardo Motta, who signed for the club in January, will likely feature as Mandas’ deputy.

Inter are understood to be willing to pay approximately €3 million to secure the deal, a modest outlay for a goalkeeper of his experience and quality as the Scudetto holders look to maintain strong depth between the posts.