Samuel Gigot, a central defender aged 31, loaned by Olympique de Marseille to Lazio Rome since August 30, 2024, has seen his future now sealed: the Italian club confirms the compulsory purchase option, acted for a transfer to 3.6 million euros. A file that ends logically, after a solid season but marked by a few key episodes.
The loan with confirmed purchase obligation
Italian media La Gazzetta dello Sport clearly affirms as relays Guillaume Pacini : “The Gazzetta confirms the purchase obligation for Samuel Gigot, who will therefore stay at Lazio. »» The clause, linked to the performance of the team and the player, is now validated, definitively engaging the defender with a long -term contract until 2025. On the side of theWhetherwe thus secure a net sale, without possible return, despite the importance of Gigot last season.
Gazzetta confirms the purchase obligation for Samuel #Legwho will therefore stay at Lazio 🗞️ pic.twitter.com/CVnjZ15sc3
– Guillaume Pacini (@guillaumemp) June 25, 2025
Statistics 2024–2025: 15 Serie A matches
Gigot has played 23 games in all competitions under the Laziale jersey, of which 15 in series A (2 goals) and 6 In Ligue Europe. With a total of 1,366 minutes of play, 2 goals scored, 1 assist et 6 yellow cardshe showed regularity and defensive solidity. These figures attest to a full profile, capable of bringing to the collective while contributing offensively on set kicks.
Throughout the season, Gigot saw his merchant value estimated at 3 million euros In June 2025, according to Transfermarkt, against € 4 million in December 2024; Slight drop linked to the duration of his contract, but consistent with his age and the nature of the loan.
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An experienced and trainer profile
Trained in Avignon F84 and Pontet, Gigot has drawn a rich route: from the KAA Ghent has Olympique de Marseillepassing by Spartak Mosca (Russian Cup in 2022), before arriving at the Lazio. This international experience, coupled in his position as a leader, was a precious asset to join a competitive club in a major championship.
For theOlympique de Marseillethis transfer represents a balanced operation: selling a manager player for € 3.6 million, recovering a capital gain while decongesting the payroll. Sportingly, the club will have to consider a replacement capable of maintaining the balance of defense, already fragile in recent seasons.
In conclusionthe file Samuel Gigot Close to a win -win agreement: Lazio secures an experienced defender, OM collects a substantial transfer, and Gigot wins in professional stability. In a demanding context, each party seems to find their account there.
