Pedro Rodríguez will leave Lazio at the end of the season, the club announced on Thursday. The 38-year-old forward departs after five years in Rome, having made 208 appearances and scored 38 goals for the Serie A side.
Lazio confirmed that Pedro will be given a farewell tour at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday, ahead of their match against Pisa. He arrived at Lazio following a spell with city rivals Roma, becoming a key figure in maintaining stability for the club over recent campaigns.
Prior to his time in Italy, Pedro enjoyed a highly decorated career with both Barcelona and Chelsea. The Spanish international, who has 65 caps and 17 goals for his country, won numerous titles with both clubs, consistently performing at a high level throughout his career. He has remained a consistent professional throughout his career, even maintaining the same hairstyle.
According to reports, Pedro is expected to continue his career in the Saudi Pro League. This move would allow the veteran forward to continue playing at a competitive level while potentially earning a significant salary. The decision to move to Saudi Arabia is seen as a fitting end to a distinguished career, allowing him to enjoy a less physically demanding environment.
Pedro’s departure marks the end of an era for Lazio, who will now need to find a replacement for one of their experienced attacking options. His consistent performances and professionalism will be missed by the club and its supporters. The move allows Pedro to transition into a new phase of his career after a long and successful spell in European football.
