AC Milan received encouraging news regarding Mario Gila's fitness after the Spanish defender limped off during Friday's 1-1 draw with Juventus. The centre-back departed in the 88th minute with a muscle complaint, forcing manager Ruben Amorim to introduce Terracciano as his replacement in the closing stages at the Stadium.
Gila, the former Lazio player, did not require clinical evaluation following the incident. The defender completed his recovery session on Saturday at Milanello alongside all other outfield starters from the Juventus match. Medical staff have cleared him to travel for this weekend's fixture against Lazio at the Olimpico, eliminating immediate concern over his availability.
Gila's Honest Assessment
Speaking to DAZN post-match, Gila reflected on his ongoing battle with durability. "I still haven't managed to finish matches and that disappoints me," he admitted. "Today I felt some discomfort in the patellar tendon, but the draw is not to be thrown away." His candid comments highlight frustration with recurring physical setbacks, yet suggest the latest complaint remains minor rather than structural.
The injury came at a frustrating moment for Milan, who conceded Juventus's equaliser in the 92nd minute. The Rossoneri had controlled much of the encounter but failed to see out victory, a shortcoming compounded by Gila's early exit. The defender's presence in Saturday's Lazio clash—a top-four battle—remains crucial to Amorim's defensive solidity.
Gabbia Recovery Progressing
On a more positive note, Matteo Gabbia has begun individual running drills on the grass at Milanello, marking tangible progress from the previous week. The centre-back continues recovery from an ankle issue and will be assessed on a day-by-day basis before Saturday's assignment. Milan's centre-back depth remains tested, making both players' fitness crucial as the season intensifies.
