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Photo: Lazio’s former Brazilian star passes iconic no. 7 jersey to Fisayo Dele-Bashiru

Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has been handed Lazio’s iconic number 7 jersey, previously worn by the club’s former Brazilian star, Felipe Anderson, Soccernet.ng reports.

Felipe Anderson, known for his blistering pace, technical brilliance, and game-changing abilities, quickly became a fan favourite at the Stadio Olimpico.

During his time with Lazio, Anderson played a crucial role in the club’s attacking lineup, delivering vital goals and assists that left a lasting legacy.

Now, the responsibility of wearing the revered number 7 falls on Dele-Bashiru, marking a noteworthy moment in his career and adding pressure to prove his worth to the Lazio faithful.

In a photo circulating on Nigerian media pages, the former Sheffield United midfielder was seen holding his new jersey alongside his manager, Angelo Mariano Fabiani.

Speaking at the unveiling, Dele-Bashiru acknowledged the tactical complexity of Italian football and expressed his eagerness to adapt to Serie A with the support of his coach.

“Italian football is very tactical; this is the biggest challenge. My favourite role is as a number 8 or 10. I am ready to play and make the fans happy. I had some problems at the beginning of the season, but now I am better, and I am understanding what the coach wants,” he said.

“The training I received at Manchester City was very good, and Turkish football taught me a lot. I know I’ll need to adapt to Serie A, but I’ve found a very supportive environment here, and I hope we can have a great season.”

Dele-Bashiru is set to make his Serie A debut on Sunday when Lazio welcomes Venezia to Rome. The midfielder will be eager to make a strong first impression and begin his journey with the club on a high note.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

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