Milan keep close watch on Mario Gila ahead of Lazio clash

Lazio v Milan will be a special evening, with the stakes higher than expected after Napoli’s victory over Lecce left Conte’s side just one point behind the Milanese. Inter’s home draw against Atalanta has given the club based at Via Aldo Rossi the chance to virtually reopen the title race and move to within five points of Chivu’s Nerazzurri.

Beyond the on-field implications, the match at the Olimpico offers Milan’s management a chance to take another close look at Mario Gila, a target for the club’s defence of the future. Strengthening the back line is a clear priority ahead of the summer. The best defence in Europe across the top five leagues currently relies solely on Pavlovic, De Winter and Tomori, with Gabbia absent following surgery to repair an inguinal hernia and Oodogu’s limited playing time (who is likely to go out on loan in the summer).

Reinforcements are needed who can adapt to Allegri’s style and complement a defence of absolute reliability.

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