Lazio tied Milan's initial offer for Mario Gila—€30

Lazio match Milan's initial offer for Mario Gila—€30

Lazio have tied Milan's initial offer for defender Mario Gila, according to reports from Italy. Milan reportedly sent their opening bid to the player's agent, Alejandro Camano, but the club from Rome vehemently rejected it. Gila's camp also went to the capital to meet with Lazio, but no decision was made to progress from that meeting. For now, the two sides are expected to meet again to continue the talks. It is clear from the situation that Milan need to bring their fee proposal closer to Lazio's asking price—estimated at €30 million—if they are to have any serious chance of landing the centre-back. Gila has a contract with Lazio until 2027, putting the club in a strong position in negotiations. As such, it makes sense for Milan to start with a lower offer to gauge the firmness of the other party's commitment—a common tactic in the football market. Lazio, on the other hand, are using the interest Gila is receiving from other teams to push their valuation up, and so far it has effectively kept a high price tag for the player.

For Milan, the goal is clear: increase quality and depth in defense before entering the next stage of the competition. However, they cannot avoid weighing the balance of the budget and the team's long-term plan—especially since Gila has a long term left on his contract with the Olimpico. If Lazio's position does not change, the Rossoneri will be forced to decide whether they will increase the offer or move to another target in the market. Meanwhile, in the Lazio camp, the stance to protect the club's assets is logical. The fact that Gila is under contract until 2027 and the interest from different sides gives them the courage to ask for a premium amount. There is no indication of an immediate agreement yet, but communication between the parties is expected to continue in the coming days. If there is a compromise on the price—especially if Milan come close to the targeted €30 million—talks could move forward. For now, the door remains open, but the next step is clearly in the hands of the Rossoneri if they are to seal a high-profile additional wall at the back.

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