A source close to Lazio forward Keita Balde has admitted there are many clubs making their interest in the Senegalese known, but only Juventus have so far to make an offer. 

Keita has now entered the final 12 months of his contract with Lazio and despite the Serie A side looking to convince him to pen an extension, he has so far refused.




Chelsea, Monaco, Liverpool and Inter have all been linked with Keita, but it is Juventus who are making all the running to secure the forward's signature.

A source amongst Keita's entourage has confirmed an offer from Juventus, as well as admitting there is much talk of his client amongst many clubs; Monaco though have been downplayed as a destination.
 


"Monaco were more active a year ago", the source told French sports daily L'Equipe.

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"There are a lot of clubs talking, but so far we have not seen anything [concrete come of it].

"Only Juve have made an offer, of €20m, but the Lazio president expects €25m."

Lazio president Claudio Lotito dropping his asking price from €30m to €25m may be seen as encouraging for several clubs considering making a move for Keita.

However, Juventus remain in pole position and are hopeful of signing a man who scored 16 times in Serie A for Lazio last season.