Sunday night’s clash between Inter Milan and Bologna will also mark a return to familiar surroundings for Giovanni Fabbian.

The midfielder, who came through Inter’s youth system before moving on in search of regular first-team football, is set to step back onto the San Siro pitch wearing Bologna colours.

It is a symbolic moment for a player who spent formative years in the Nerazzurri academy and remains closely followed in Milan.

According to Sky Sport, Fabbian’s focus is not only on the pitch.

Off the field, transfer speculation is beginning to build around his future.

Lazio Push For Ex Inter Midfielder Fabbian As Bologna Star Returns To San Siro

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BOLOGNA, ITALY – FEBRUARY 23: Giovanni Fabbian of Bologna FC looks on during the Serie A TIM match between Bologna FC and Hellas Verona FC – Serie A TIM at Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on February 23, 2024 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Lazio have shown strong interest in the midfielder.

Indeed, they are maintaining regular contact with his representatives to assess the feasibility of a potential move.

No formal negotiations have reached an advanced stage yet.

However, Lazio are understood to be monitoring the situation closely as they plan for the upcoming transfer window.

Fabbian’s performances this season have not gone unnoticed, and his profile fits the kind of midfield reinforcement the Roman club are considering.

For now, however, the immediate priority is Sunday night’s fixture.

Fabbian will look to make an impact against his former club.

Meanwhile Inter prepare for a Bologna side eager to disrupt their momentum.

With the added subplot of a familiar face returning to San Siro as his market value continues to rise.