Inter & AC Milan on Alert as Lazio Bracing for ‘Inevitable’ Departure | OneFootball

Lazio defender Mario Gila is unlikely to dwell for too long in Rome, and his next destination could be Milan.

The Background

The 25-year-old has formed a solid defensive partnership with Alessio Romagnoli, but neither player is expected to stay at Formello beyond the current campaign. The Italian centre-back was already on the verge of leaving in January, but his move to Al-Sadd collapsed in the final minutes before the deadline.

Alessio Romagnoli Parting Ways with Lazio

The 31-year-old ended up staying at Lazio, but his rapport with Claudio Lotito has hit a new low. The Qatari giants had reportedly promised Romagnoli they would launch a new attempt to sign him in the summer, which could finally bring an end to the uncertainty surrounding the centre-back’s future.

Mario Gila Destined to Leave Lazio

Like Romagnoli, Gila is also running on a contract expiring in June 2027. According to Il Corriere dello Sport, Lazio haven’t made a formal offer for the Spaniard, probably because they realize that the player and his entourage will swiftly reject it. The Barcelona native remains one of the club’s lowest earners, with a net salary just above €1 million.

Inter Milan & AC Milan Leading the Race for Gila

Therefore, the Biancocelesti appear to be resigned to losing the player’s services, most likely in the summer. The Roman newspaper describes his departure as ‘inevitable’. Gila has been linked with a host of top clubs, and chief among them are AC Milan and Inter Milan.

The Rossoneri’s sporting director, Igli Tare, would like to reunite with the player he once brought to Lazio, while the Nerazzurri are searching for a younger replacement for Francesco Acerbi and Stefan de Vrij.

Why Lazio Won’t Make a Major Profit From Gila’s Sale

With the defender’s contract expiring next year, the Aquile might be forced to reduce their asking price. Moreover, Real Madrid are entitled to receive 50% of the transfer fee after negotiating a sizable sell-on fee when they sold the player to Lazio in 2022.