Mario Gila seeks transfer to Napoli amid Lazio's defensive shakeup

Lazio defender Mario Gila is reportedly eager to join Napoli, who have positioned themselves as frontrunners for his services following an agreement with their new manager, Massimiliano Allegri. Gila has one year remaining on his contract, and Lazio president Claudio Lotito set a €30 million asking price. With fellow defenders Alessio Romagnoli potentially moving to Al-Sadd and Ivan Provedel close to a transfer to Inter Milan, Lazio may face a depleted defense. Gila, one of Lazio's lower-paid players, is intent on a transfer due to aspirations for a more ambitious project. The club now faces the decision whether to grant his wish or keep him through his contract expiration in 2027.

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