Rafael Leao admitted that he is a fan of the Premier League and mentioned two clubs, amid links with a summer exit.
Leao’s future is uncertain going into the summer transfer window. He has been at AC Milan for seven years now through various highs and lows, but the season that has just ended was one of his most difficult.
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He ended as the team’s top scorer in the league with nine goals but still didn’t find the consistency so many hoped he would, even playing in a more central role. As a result, talk of a potential exit has ramped up against ahead of 2026-27.
Among the teams linked are Manchester United, who MilanVibes recently reported hold a strong interest in signing the Portuguese as they need to bolster their attack ahead of a return to the Champions League. Leao may have just invited them to make an attemopt.
Do you watch the Premier League?
“Of course. I like Manchester United, because my idol is Cristiano Ronaldo. So back then I used to watch them. I also like Arsenal.”
🗣️🇵🇹 | Rafael Leão was asked by @fredeca on Cernucci Podcast if he watches Premier League:
“Of course. I like Manchester United, because my idol is Cristiano Ronaldo. So back then I used to watch them. I also like Arsenal.”pic.twitter.com/r93xSvtRVM
— Milan Matters (@MilanMatters) May 28, 2026