The 27-year-old was recruited by the Italian capital club from Eintracht Frankfurt last summer on a free transfer. Nonetheless, the two parties' agreement contained a peculiar clause. Although the Japan international's contract was just for a year, it had a condition allowing him to extend it until June 2027; Kamada would have to take use of this option before it expires on May 30.
Il Messaggero (via LazioNews24) reports that the central midfield player has now chosen to stay by triggering the option, despite the fact that many had worried he may leave the team for free. The insider is unsure, though, if the player's request will result in a one-year contract extension or a three-year extension as specified in the provision. The former Frankfurt midfielder had a rather sluggish start to his time at Formello, as he was unable to establish himself as Maurizio Sarri's regular starting position.