The future of Santiago Giménez continues to be one of the biggest talking points in the European transfer market.

While the Mexican striker recovers from the injury he suffered during the 2026 World Cup, his future at AC Milan remains surrounded by uncertainty, with several clubs emerging as possible destinations for the next stage of his career.

One of them is Lazio, although the latest comments from head coach Gennaro Gattuso made his stance clear regarding a potential move for the Mexican forward.

Gattuso makes his stance on the Mexican clear

During a press conference, Gattuso was asked directly about Santiago Giménez and Lazio’s reported interest in signing him.

The Italian coach did not hold back, insisting that he has no intention of convincing any player to join his project.

“People who want to come here need to be willing to come. I’m not used to convincing players,” the Lazio coach said.

Porto also emerges as an option for Santiago Giménez

In recent weeks, Porto have also been linked with Giménez, with several reports placing the Portuguese club among the best-positioned teams to try to sign him.

Porto head coach Francesco Farioli is reportedly very interested in bringing in the striker, and his sporting project could become an important factor in determining the next step of Giménez’s career.

Santi is still recovering after the World Cup

In addition to deciding his sporting future, Giménez is currently going through a recovery process after suffering an ankle injury during Mexico’s match against England in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

The issue has prevented him from taking a full part in Milan’s preparations as he continues working toward a return to action.

His recovery and the decision over his next club will shape the coming weeks for a player who could once again become one of the main figures in the European transfer market.