Tomori’s Milan exit edges closer after Gila’s permanent arrival

Serie A club Milan are all but set to sign Lazio’s Mario Gila on a permanent transfer, a move that could force out English defender Fikayo Tomori. The Spaniard’s arrival as a key player for the Rossoneri is expected to trigger defensive reshuffling, with Tomori’s departure part of that plan.

The Englishman has been transfer-listed by Milan, who seek to align their defensive strategy with that of head coach Ruben Amorim. Tomori’s exit would follow the permanent signing of Gila, whose arrival means the Rossoneri’s backline will undergo significant changes.

Tomori has attracted interest from English clubs, with Milan reportedly demanding €20 million to sanction his sale. The defender, who has previously been close to a move to England, was once offered to Tottenham but rejected the deal at the time.

Daniele Longo has indicated that Tomori’s situation can now change following Gila’s permanent arrival. The defender’s contract runs until 2027, but Milan would prefer to sell rather than wait for its expiry, with a return to England seen as a viable option given his prior success in the English top-flight.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek is also expected to depart, having failed to make a significant impact last season. Tomori’s need for a new lease of life at club level has grown increasingly apparent, with his time at Milan now seemingly drawing to a close.

Kaustubh Pandey of GIFN has highlighted the shifting dynamics at the Rossoneri, where defensive restructuring under Amorim’s vision has placed Tomori under pressure to leave.