Mario Gila is increasingly likely to leave Lazio in the summer, as Aston Villa are given transfer encouragement.

As of now, the Spaniard’s contract in Rome runs out in the summer of 2027. With Lazio struggling financially for a while, they do not want to lose him for free next year.

They have faced disappointment in attempts to hand him a new deal, which is making a sale necessary.

Previously, Corriere dello Sport have pushed Aston Villa as a suitor, alongside AC Milan and Inter Milan. This was covered by Sport Witness, with the two Madrid clubs also said to be in the picture.

Now, Lazio’s stance is becoming increasingly clear about the situation.

Lotito stance proving key

Today, Corriere dello Sport delve deep into the ex-Real Madrid player’s situation. A warning is sent to Mario Gila’s potential suitors, with CEO Claudio Lotito expected to be a difficult person to deal with.

The example of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is presented, as the Serbian’s agent met problems before the sale to Al-Hilal.

The situation will also be stiff for Gila’s own agent and for clubs like Aston Villa. A fee of €25-30m will be demanded, with Inter and Milan...