Multiple sources today have confirmed that the race to sign Rodrigo Mendoza Martinez Moya is heating up, with Lazio reportedly submitting an official bid for the midfielder. The offer is being considered by Elche, but it remains to be seen whether it will be enough to tempt them into letting an important player leave. Manchester City , Real Madrid and Arsenal may look to intervene if talks continue without resolution. With 1.05 goals scored per game this season, Lazio could use more imagination between the lines. Rodrigo Mendoza Martinez Moya would be expected to connect play and boost chance creation in advanced areas. Lazio have recently been linked with Alfonso Pedraza, Alex Toth and Yuri Alberto while Elche have had no rumoured targets. More on this story as it develops. Need more Lazio transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Lazio.