Serie A middleweights Genoa have reportedly reignited their interest in signing Newcastle defender Achraf Lazaar after a summer move was blocked by the Magpies.
The 26-year-old is yet to feature in any of Rafa Benitez's starting teams this season, with the Tyneside club failing to win a game in the Premier League and suffering six defeats in their last seven matches.
Italian outlet Il Secolo XIX claim that Genoa, who are playing a 3-5-2 formation in Serie A this season, are again on the lookout for a left-sided wide player and believe Lazaar could fit the bill.
Lazaar can operate as a defensive-minded left-back or can push up and play a more attacking role.
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Last season, Lazaar spent his time on loan at Serie B outfit Benevento, playing for the second tier side on only nine occasions with one goal to his name.
After representing four different Italian sides during his career, it won't be a surprise to see Lazaar make a return back to his old hunting ground, as he is currently the third choice left-back for Benitez.
The Spaniard has mainly used academy product Paul Dummett in defence this term, with natural right back Javier Manquillo stepping into that position for the 3-2 defeat at Manchester United prior to the international break.
Source: 90min
