Real Madrid Rekindle Interest in Lazio Defender

Real Madrid are reportedly considering bringing back Lazio defender Mario Gila back to the Spanish capital.

The 23-year-old started his career at Damm Youth before joining Espanyol’s ranks in 2017. A year later, he signed for Los Merengues and represented their U19 side as well as the club’s B-team known as Real Madrid Castilla.

In the summer of 2022, Lazio splashed €6 million to secure the centre-back’s services, while the reigning European champions retained a 50% sell-on fee over a future sale. In recent months, the Spanish giants have been pondering a move for their former defender, pouncing on their sell-on free which would effectively turn into a discount.

Real Madrid Reignite Interest in Lazio Defender Mario Gila

According to Il Messaggero via LazioNews24, Real Madrid have rekindled their interest Gila, which could pose a problem for Lazio who consider the Spaniard a key player for next season. As the source tells it, the Biancoceselti have already rejected offers for the Barcelona native worth €20 million. But it remains to be seen if they’ll be able to resist a charge from Los Blancos.

Gila has made 41 appearances for Lazio across all competitions since joining the Serie A club two years ago. His contract with the Aquile is valid until June 2027.