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Nuno Tavares & Five Lazio Players Reborn Under Gattuso

While working under Gennaro Gattuso, Lazio left-back Nuno Tavares found his best form, and he’s not the only one to revive his Lazio stint. Nuno Tavares is a Lazio Protagonist Once More The Portuguese left-back was the club’s ultimate star…

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 3:28 PM
Nuno Tavares & Five Lazio Players Reborn Under Gattuso
Key Things to Know
  • Nuno Tavares and five other Lazio players have successfully revived their club careers under manager Gennaro Gattuso.
  • Tijjani Noslin and midfielder Reda Belahyane have become vital contributors due to versatility and injuries in the squad.
  • Gattuso blocked Matteo Cancellieri's transfer departure and installed Christos Mandas as Lazio's first-choice starting goalkeeper.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Lazio left-back Nuno Tavares and five other players have revitalized their careers following the appointment of manager Gennaro Gattuso. Tavares struggled during Maurizio Sarri's tenure, but the Portuguese defender has reclaimed a pivotal starting role on the left flank alongside captain Mattia Zaccagni under Gattuso's leadership.

Michel Sakr highlights that Tijjani Noslin, Reda Belahyane, Matteo Cancellieri, Christos Mandas, and Romano Floriani Mussolini have also thrived under Gattuso. Mandas has taken over the starting goalkeeper role, while youth product Floriani Mussolini is reportedly set to be rewarded with a new contract after breaking into the team.

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