"I would have walked away from any other club that told me the transfer market was closed after I signed the contract. The sporting director told me we'll probably be able to operate in the transfer market in January, but I don't have any official confirmation. Here, I had serious doubts about leaving despite the difficulties, and that strength hasn't left me. I still firmly believe I can help this group grow. Our campaign will be one of suffering. We're improving in training. Hopefully, that will be enough."
"Our situation becomes more difficult as time goes on. We need the humility to accept the struggle, but we must not confuse humility with accepting defeat."
"Games between Atalanta and Lazio have always been great contests. Lazio are a side with plenty of quality and technical ability. This season, they've added pace, too, which makes them really dangerous. The team has shown enthusiasm right from the start. With seven matches in 22 days ahead, we'll need everyone."
Maurizio Sarri returned to Lazio in June for a second spell, 15 months after resigning from his first tenure. The club informed him of a transfer embargo only after he signed a two-year contract, preventing signings in the recent window. The sporting director indicated possible January activity but without official confirmation. Sarri acknowledged serious doubts about rejoining but insisted on his commitment to help the squad grow. He warned the campaign will involve suffering, noted training improvements, and stressed humility in accepting struggle without conceding defeat. Lazio have seven points from six matches.
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