PSG Transfer News: Sergej Milinkovic-Savic Agent Confirms Lazio Contract Rumours

The agent of Lazio star and reported Paris Saint-Germain transfer target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has confirmed the midfielder turned down a huge offer from France and is now close to signing a new contract with the capital club. 

Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t Football Italia), Mateja Kezman said "interesting offers" were presented to Lazio. According to the report, one of those likely came from PSG.

He then opened up on the player's relationship with the club:

"Many were looking for Sergej this summer, and a few interesting offers were presented to Lazio.

"In the end we accepted the club's decision without any problems. [President Claudio] Lotito and [sporting director Igli] Tare explained to us that they want the Champions League and Milinkovic is a key player in reaching that goal.

"That's his objective, too. He could have earned a lot more elsewhere, he was offered €8 million in France.

[...] "We have an excellent relationship with Lotito and Tare, they're two passionate men who live by and for Lazio.

"There were offers, but we never pushed for a transfer because he's happy in Rome. He loves the city and and has a good relationship with all his teammates.

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"With the club we've agreed on a new deal that will be signed very soon. If you can pay €70-80 million for a goalkeeper then Sergej isn't worth less than €100 million."

The Serbian was linked with several clubs throughout the summer including PSG. Jamie Smith of Goal added Real Madrid, Manchester United and Juventus to the mix.

It now seems he's destined to sign a contract extension containing a buyout clause that could be worth €150 million, per the report.

The 23-year-old was one of Serie A's top stars last season, earning praise for his versatile skill set and tremendous production. He scored 12 goals in the top flight, doing most of his work from an advanced position in midfield.

Milinkovic-Savic is frequently compared to Paul Pogba due to his blend of size, athleticism, footwork and scoring ability. Tifo Football produced a profile on the rising star:

Unfortunately for interested clubs, the Serbia international seems happy in Rome, and Lazio have so far maintained they have no intention of selling. 

The buyout clause will almost surely be a fee well above €100 million, making a transfer even more difficult. Lazio aren't known for selling on the cheap, and a new deal would give them all the leverage in exit talks.