Venezia, recently promoted to Serie A, has officially announced their first new acquisition: midfielder Toma Basic, who joins as a free agent from Lazio. The Lagunari, who topped the Serie B standings and celebrated their promotion with a unique boat parade through the city’s canals, are now preparing for the upcoming season.
The 29-year-old Croatian international’s contract with Lazio was set to expire on June 30, and he was not offered a renewal, allowing him to seek new opportunities. Basic made 26 competitive appearances for Lazio this season, scoring two goals and providing three assists across Serie A and the Coppa Italia.
Basic will continue to play in Italy’s top flight, now representing Venezia. He initially arrived in Italy to join Lazio in 2021 from Girondins de Bordeaux. Prior to this move, he had a six-month loan spell with their sister club Salernitana in 2024. His new contract with Venezia extends until June 2029, with an automatic renewal clause contingent upon meeting specific conditions.
English Translation:
Venezia, newly promoted to Serie A, has officially announced their first new signing, securing Toma Basic on a free transfer from Lazio. The Lagunari, who finished at the top of the Serie B table and celebrated their promotion with a distinctive boat parade along the city’s canals, are now gearing up for the next season. They confirmed their first fresh arrival by signing Basic as a free agent.
The 29-year-old Croatian international was permitted to depart from Lazio, as his contract was expiring on June 30, and he was not offered an extension. He participated in 26 competitive matches for the Biancocelesti this season, contributing two goals and three assists across Serie A and the Coppa Italia. Basic will remain in the Italian top flight, this time donning the Venezia jersey.
He first arrived in Italy to play for Lazio in 2021, joining from Girondins de Bordeaux. He also had a six-month loan period with their affiliated club, Salernitana, in 2024. The contract with Venezia is valid until June 2029, with an automatic renewal provision if certain criteria are met.
