Leao hits back at Italian media with Instagram comment: ‘Can’t leave me alone’ | OneFootball

Rafael Leão joked that the Italian media ‘can’t leave me alone,’ reacting to an Instagram post highlighting criticism he received in Turkey.

Ex-Milan star Rafael Leao humorously commented on an Instagram post criticising his performance at Galatasaray thus far.

The social media post from Tuttomercato web read: “Leao, we’re not there yet. Zero goals for Galatasaray, zero assists and a 4 rating.”

Leao’s Instagram comment: ‘Can’t leave me alone’

Among the comments, Leao’s stood out: “Even playing abroad, they still can’t leave me alone,” he wrote, adding three laughing emojis.

Leao joined Galatasaray from Milan for €38m last summer, but has not yet scored or assisted in four appearances with the Turkish club.

During his seven-year spell at Milan, Leao scored 80 goals and provided 65 assists in 291 appearances across all competitions.

DUBLIN, IRELAND – NOVEMBER 13: Rafael Leao of Portugal reacts after the team’s defeat during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Republic of Ireland and Portugal at Aviva Stadium on November 13, 2025 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

He won the 2021-22 Serie A title and was the league’s best player. He also won the Supercoppa Italiana with the Rossoneri during the 2024-25 season.

Leao has signed a contract with Galatasaray until 2030.