Rafael Leão's price tag revealed

A significant development has occurred regarding Rafael Leão's future. According to reports, Milan have set the fee they will demand for the Portuguese winger, if he departs this summer, in the €60-70 million range. It was stated that the club plans to hold talks about the player's future after the World Cup.

According to reports, Leão had said he is ready for a new challenge outside Italy. It is known that Milan signed the experienced player from Lille in 2019 for a fee that eventually rose to €49.5 million. It was noted that the 27-year-old's contract with the club expires in June 2028, and that talks to extend it have been at a standstill for some time. This picture has increased the question marks about the player's future.

According to what was reported, the transfer could also take the form of a loan with an obligation to buy, rather than a direct sale. In that scenario, it was stated that Tottenham and Manchester United are among the interested clubs mentioned. It is assessed that this formula could make the operation easier for clubs that might struggle to pay the full fee upfront.

It is stated that Leão personally prefers to play in the Premier League or LaLiga. So far, the offers for the player have reportedly come mainly from Turkey, from Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. It was stated that Milan, who finished fifth in the league last season, want to follow a clear path on this matter rather than keep a discontented player in the squad. The decision about Leão's future will remain one of the most talked-about storylines of the summer transfer window.

Source: Di Marzio
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