Why Liverpool Said No to AC Milan Star Rafael Leao This Summer?

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·1 settembre 2025

Why Liverpool Said No to AC Milan Star Rafael Leao This Summer?

Reds rejected summer offer despite winger’s strong record and huge release clause

Why Liverpool Said No to AC Milan Star Rafael Leao This Summer?

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Liverpool reportedly passed up the chance to sign Rafael Leao this summer despite the Portuguese forward being offered to the Premier League giants.

Liverpool say no to Leao deal

According to the Daily Express, Milan’s star was presented as option during the transfer window. However the Reds decided not to pursue negotiations surprising many given his attacking profile.

🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Liverpool were offered the chance to sign Rafael Leão in the last month, but passed on the chance. (Source: @LewisSteele)
– lunedì 1 settembre 2025

The 25 year old remains one of Milan’s key assets. Last season, he played 50 match across all competitions scoring 12 goal & providing 13 assist. Leao's tied to the Rossoneri until 2028 with staggering 175m euro release clause.