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Mario Gila, a Spanish center-back, has completed his transfer from Lazio to AC Milan, signing a five-year contract worth 5.5 million euros per season. At a fan event in a club store, Gila expressed his enthusiasm, stating that the team feels like a family and that he has found his home in Milan. He confirmed that former coach Massimiliano Allegri had wanted him at Lazio, but after Amorim's call and Milan's strong desire to sign him, his decision was easy. The transfer was finalized early in the summer window to meet the technical demands of Milan's coach Ruben Amorim.
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Updated: July 22, 2026 — 19:55 CEST By: Sabrina Uccello — Correspondent in Italy
The Milan board is working diligently to meet the technical demands of head coach Rubén Amorim, aiming to build a squad that aligns closely with his playing philosophy. As soon as the summer transfer window opened, the Rossoneri moved quickly to finalize an agreement with Lazio for the transfer of defender Mario Gila. Gila has signed a five-year contract worth €5.5 million per season.
Gila's First Words as a Milan Player
The Spaniard was introduced to fans at a club store in the city, where he publicly stated:
"There is a good group, it feels like a family. I feel good in the city. Now I have practically found my home. I want to experience it and feel it as my own."
Interest from Allegri and the Decision to Join Milan
Gila's move to Milan had been anticipated for some time. Former coach Massimiliano Allegri and ex-sporting director Igli Tare had both wanted him at the club last season. The defender confirmed this:
"It's true that Allegri wanted me — it would be stupid to deny it. The coach and Tare have left... and then came Amorim's call and seeing this desire to have me on the Milan team... I think it's priceless. I didn't need much to decide, honestly. I feel I made the right decision. The club owner, Gerry Cardinale, didn't even have time to call me because I was very clear that I wanted to come here."
Milan Steps on the Gas for Gila
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