It seems Rafael Leao has made his decision on his future away from AC Milan, with a move to the Premier League potentially on the cards.
All summer, there have been questions about Leao and his future. They were opened long before the summer mercato began, and in fairness, he opened the door to them by stating his desire to try a new experience.
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However, it has not been a smooth road to this point. Interest has been minimal, but it seems Milan are going to be paid out for their gamble. They stuck to their price tag and now it seems that they’ll get their reward; maybe all parties will.
Leao makes decision
As reported by Portuguese outlet Record, as Milan Eye relays on X, the Portuguese has chosen to play for Aston Villa, so the steps forward with the Midlands club may now be easier. It had been the winger’s desire to play in the Premier League and it seems that this will now come true.
A €6.5m contract is currently tabled, but that could be improved with him making his decision.
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With the window shutting next week, movements must be made quickly and all parties will be aware of this. Now it’s just a case of putting the final touches on things and then Leao will be a Rossonero no more…