Sergej Milinkovic-Savic agent reveals why Lazio ace did not move Manchester United

Manchester United were linked with a summer move for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and the Lazio ace’s agent Mateja Kezman has now revealed why a switch did not materialise for the midfielder. "It was very hot," Kezman told Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport, when asked about Milinkovic-Savic’s summer. "He played an exceptional season and virtually all the biggest European clubs were interested in him. "We never pushed for the move because Milinkovic was determined to stay one more year to help supporters, team-mates and the club reach the Champions League goal. "As an agent, I am happy that there is still a season [at Lazio]." Kezman added: "There were many voices during this summer, I must say, in spite of myself, that many were completely unfounded. "I have never seen so much false news published and reported. "There are people who, in order to appear in the newspapers, are ready to give false information. "As said Lazio has a project, has a plan, have shown their power by keeping Milinkovic in Rome with the consent of the boy. "This is why we have known for a long time that he would remain." Milinkovic-Savic’s new deal has seen his pay jump to £2.7m (€3m) a year, plus bonuses. "We are very happy with this renewal," Kezman said. "It gives us positive energy. "The company showed great strength by holding back a player who many clubs in Europe wanted."

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