Lazio have hired Marcelo Bielsa as their new manager.

Bielsa takes over from Simone Inzaghi, who took temporary charge following the dismissal of Stefano Pioli in the second half of last season, and is due to arrive in Rome at the weekend.

"As has already been circulated by the media, Lazio can now announce that the contract of Mr Marcelo Bielsa and his assistants has been signed," read a club statement.

"The club would also like to announce that, based on the communication we have received, the coach and his staff will be in Rome on Saturday July 9."