Mario Gila has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for Chelsea, with the Premier League side said to be eyeing a move for the Lazio defender. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster its squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. Brighton and Tottenham may look to intervene if talks continue without resolution. Across the season 25/26, Chelsea have let in 9 goals in 7 (1.29 per game), roughly in line with the Premier League average. Mario Gila would be expected to give them some extra stability and depth for the tougher stretches of the season. Reports suggest Chelsea are monitoring Kephren Thuram Ulien, Eric Garcia and Castello Lukeba whereas Lazio have not been associated with other players at this stage. More on this story as it develops. Need more Chelsea transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Chelsea.