Last month, Fichajes reported that Rafael Leão is attracting interest from three European clubs: Arsenal, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain.
Leão is under contract with AC Milan until 2028, and his buyout clause is set at €175 million. However, there are indications that Milan might be willing to negotiate his exit for around €120 million.
At PSG, Leão could join as a winger to compete with Bradley Barcola or move to the right side to challenge Ousmane Dembélé. For Manchester United, he could potentially replace Marcus Rashford if they choose to sell him.
Arsenal, on the other hand, is looking to bolster its attack to become a more consistent contender for the Premier League title.
Additionally, SPORT reported that Barcelona is keeping a close eye on Leão’s situation at AC Milan. The Spanish club appears interested in adding another prime player to enhance its squad and may be ready to make a significant investment to do so.
What’s the latest on Rafael Leão leaving AC Milan?
Journalist Matteo Moretto has reported that Jorge Mendes is behind the links between Leão and Barcelona. Joan Laporta has a high regard for the player, but AC Milan would only let him go for a substantial fee.
🚨 Jorge Mendes is the reason why Rafael Leâo is being linked with Barcelona.
Joan Laporta is a great admirer of the player but he would only be allowed to leave AC Milan for a huge amount of money.
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TuttoSport recently reported that Leão has told his representatives to monitor the situation closely for January, especially if things don’t improve with Fonseca or there’s a coaching change.
The outlet adds that Leão seems reluctant to stay, with reports suggesting he has instructed his representatives to monitor the situation for January unless things change with Fonseca or there’s a coaching change.
Why oh why do we want such an expensive player????
Why is there no rumor that we want Brian Zaragoza? He would be a much better buy to me. He is quicker, a better dribbler and more of a nuisance to opposition defence AND he costs far far less. It’s a no Brainerd. Forget Nicol, forget Rafael…. we need Zaragoza.