Rafael Leão set for Milan exit, ex-Sporting star’s future decided | OneFootball

Rafael Leão could be on his way to the Premier League, with Arsenal and Chelsea showing strong interest in signing him. The former Sporting player could be leaving Milan as early as the next transfer window, and his options are starting to take shape.

According to information reported by CaughtOffside, the Italian club is open to negotiating the Portuguese winger for a fee below his release clause, which is set at 150 million euros. Recent news indicated that Leão could end up leaving for between 80 and 85 million.

Arsenal remains at the forefront and is preparing to make an offer of around 85 million euros for the 26-year-old player. As for Chelsea, who reportedly made a 113 million offer last summer, they have not yet made a new attempt but are still keeping a close eye on the situation.

Mikel Arteta aims to form a luxury attacking trio with Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyokeres, also a former Sporting player. The Londoners see Rafael Leão as the missing piece to fight for the Premier League title, which has eluded them since 2003/04.

In the 2025/26 season, playing for Milan, Rafael Leão – valued at 70 million euros – has played eight matches: seven in Serie A and one in the Coppa Italia. In the 470 minutes he was chosen by Massimiliano Allegri, the former Sporting player scored five goals and provided one assist.

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