Gila says he picked Milan over Inter during summer move
Mario Gila said at the Trento Sports Festival that Inter also pursued him before he joined Milan. He explained that helping Milan return to the top appealed to him more than joining a club already winning. Gila arrived from Lazio for €30 million on a five-year deal and has made six appearances this season.
Mario Gila, a Spanish defender, spoke at the Trento Sports Festival about his summer choice. He confirmed Inter showed interest, yet he preferred Milan because restoring the Rossoneri to prominence felt more rewarding than joining a side already collecting trophies.
Inter ultimately directed resources toward other defensive options: Akanji's deal became permanent, Pavard returned from a Marseille loan, Stanković came back from Club Brugge, and Stones joined without a fee. Gila cost Milan €30m from Lazio on a five-year contract worth €5.77m annually and has six appearances under Amorim.
This transfer choice may shape how Milan and Inter supporters view club ambition and player loyalty. Gila's comments could strengthen Milan fans' belief in a rebuild, while Inter followers may see their club's alternative spending as pragmatic. For players, such public reasoning may influence how moves are framed, potentially adding pressure to perform. Media coverage could amplify rivalry narratives, affecting matchday atmosphere and commercial interest.