Rafael Leão eyes departure as AC Milan entertains €70 million offers
AC Milan winger Rafael Leão, 26, has told the club he wants to leave despite a contract through 2028, and the team is open to offers above €70 million as Bayern Munich and Liverpool show interest.
Key points
- Leão, 26, completed his sixth season with AC Milan and recorded goals and assists in 50 matches in 2024/25.
- His contract runs until 2028 with a €175 million release clause, but he has expressed a desire to leave this summer.
- Milan is willing to consider offers over €70 million; Bayern Munich has sent scouts, while Liverpool is monitoring him.
- Barcelona declined to pursue the transfer, focusing on other targets.
Rafael Leão, who just turned 26 and completed his sixth season at AC Milan, is at the center of major transfer speculation after another standout campaign. The Portuguese winger recorded goals and assists in 50 appearances during the 2024/25 season, continuing his streak of double-digit figures in both categories for the fourth consecutive year.
Despite his contract running until 2028 with a €175 million release clause, reports suggest Leão has informed Milan of his desire to leave this summer. The club is reportedly open to offers exceeding €70 million, with Bayern Munich expressing interest and sending scouts to assess his form, though no formal bid has been made yet Meanwhile, Liverpool is also monitoring Leão as a possible attacking reinforcement, especially if they offload other forwards, but there are currently no concrete negotiations.
Leão’s performances have kept him in the spotlight, including helping Portugal win the Nations League and delivering key moments for Milan, such as his crucial equalizer in the Coppa Italia derby While Barcelona was approached, the Spanish club declined to pursue the transfer, focusing instead on other targets.
As the transfer window heats up, Leão’s next move remains uncertain—but with his talent and market value, a blockbuster deal could be on the horizon.
Your questions, answered
What is Rafael Leão's contract length with AC Milan?
His contract runs until 2028 and includes a €175 million release clause.
Which clubs are reported to be interested in signing Leão?
Bayern Munich has sent scouts, Liverpool is monitoring him, and Barcelona has declined interest.
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