Gila reveals patellar tendon discomfort after early exit

Milan's defender was forced off in the 87th minute against Juventus, and now he's opened up about the reason.

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What happened. Mario Gila was substituted in the 87th minute of Milan's match against Juventus due to patellar tendon discomfort, which he later confirmed.

• Gila has now been subbed off in three consecutive games.
• Milan conceded the equalizer four minutes after his exit.
• Gila joined Milan from Lazio for €30m last summer.

“Today I felt discomfort in my patellar tendon, but the draw is not to be thrown away.”

— Mario Gila

Gila will face his former club Lazio next in Serie A, with fitness a concern.

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