Amorim rules out Rafael Leão, ex-Sporting man eyed in the Premier League | OneFootball

Rafael Leão’s future at Milan remains uncertain. The Portugal international, developed at Sporting, had already expressed his desire to leave at the end of last season and, despite the arrival of Ruben Amorim, a transfer remains a very real possibility.

According to ‘Gazzetta dello Sport’, Aston Villa are very interested in making a move for the 27-year-old winger. The chance to play in the Premier League and compete in the Champions League could weigh heavily in the player’s decision, at a time when his place in Milan does not seem completely secure.

Rafael Leão is also said to have ruled out a move to Saudi Arabia and has also been linked with Galatasaray. The Turkish side are reportedly willing to offer 12 million euros net per season for five years, but the proposal does not fully convince the Portuguese player and the club have still not reached the figures demanded by Milan.

The sporting situation could also influence the former Sporting player’s future. Ruben Amorim places special importance on off-the-ball work, and Rafael Leão could start the season without the status of an undisputed starter, in a squad where competition has been increasing.

, a match in which Alphadjo Cisse stood out and earned praise from the Portuguese coach. With Aston Villa now keeping a close eye on him, a new door opens for Leão to leave Italy and experience the Premier League for the first time.

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