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Tottenham given the greenlight to pursue blockbuster summer deal for Serie A superstar

Injury expert advises Tottenham to take a closer look at AC Milan star Rafael Leao’s muscle injury record before making a move Los Angeles FC are advancing in talks to sign Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min.

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Ricci hails Milan teammate Leao: ‘Even he doesn’t realise how talented he is’

Samuele Ricci has described his Milan teammate Rafael Leao as “a player who can really make the difference for us”, telling the Gazzetta dello Sport that

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / July 27

Vlahovic removes like from Leao’s Instagram post amid Milan links

Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic liked a Rafael Leao Instagram post after Milan’s 4-2 win over Liverpool on Saturday, sparking transfer speculation, even if he quickly removed it.

Leeds United News / Football Italia / July 27

Liverpool vs Milan reaction: Leao demolished Van Dijk

A fantastic Rafael Leao inspired Milan’s 4-2 win over Liverpool in a summer friendly on Saturday, prompting Gazzetta to claim that the Portuguese star ‘demolished’ Virgil Van Dijk.

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AC Milan News / Football Italia / July 26

Allegri: ‘Leao is extraordinary’ as a centre-forward for Milan

Max Allegri was full of praise for Rafael Leao after a goal and assist in the 4-2 friendly win over Liverpool. ‘He has extraordinary qualities and is only getting stronger’ as a centre-forward.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Football Italia / July 24

Estupinan on Milan expectations, Leao link-up and De Zerbi advice

Pervis Estupinan says it is the realisation of a childhood dream to represent a club like Milan, has spoken about his link-up with Rafael Leao on the Rossoneri

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 22

Allegri tests Leao in new role and trials new right-back ahead of Arsenal friendly

Milan are putting in their final preparations ahead of their first pre-season test under Massimiliano Allegri, with a friendly against Arsenal in Singapore

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 19

‘Tottenham have looked’ at the possibility of signing ‘phenomenal player’ Paratici ‘really likes’

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keeping tabs on the AC Milan attacker Rafael Leao, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for him in the coming weeks. The Portuguese international is reportedly a player Fabio Paratici likes, and he is still very much involved with Tottenham.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 18

Report – Jorge Mendes Offers Inter Milan & AC Milan Stars To Barcelona

Jorge Mendes has reportedly offered Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries and AC Milan’s Rafael Leao to Barcelona. This according to Spanish transfer reporter David Ibanez, via FCInterNews.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / July 17

Rafael Leao hits back after more bitter Cassano criticism

Rafael Leao gave a sarcastic response to yet more insults from Antonio Cassano, who has long been bitterly critical of the Milan star. The feud between the pair has been rumbling on for a few years, but seems to have intensified in recent months.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / July 16

Milan uncompromising as Rossoneri shrug off PSG interest in Leao

Milan are categorically refusing to entertain the possibility of selling Portuguese winger Rafael Leao, after reports from France suggested that PSG were preparing to make a move for the highly-rated forward.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / July 9

Theo Hernandez replies to Leao and confirms Milan exit

Theo Hernandez tells Rafael Leao that he’ll ‘never forget’ what they achieved together at Milan: ‘I will always be cheering for you.’ Theo is on the verge of joining Al-Hilal, and for this reason, he has not started the pre-season with the rest of the Rossoneri squad, contrary to Leao.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / July 9

Capello: Where and how Leao needs to improve under Allegri at Milan

Fabio Capello expects consistent ‘high-level performances’ from Milan star Rafael Leao and suggests: ‘He should do what I used to do with Ibra…’ Milan have begun their pre-season preparations at Milanello and new Rossoneri boss Allegri is already taking care of Leao, who is expected to stay at San Siro beyond the summer.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / July 7

Leao says goodbye to Theo Hernandez after sealing Milan exit: ‘Theao, my brother’

Rafael Leao has said goodbye to his long-term teammate and close friend Theo Hernandez, who is on the verge of officially leaving Milan in order to join

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 7

Allegri’s message to Milan fans and Rafael Leao prediction

Massimiliano Allegri believes Rafael Leao will have a ‘great season’ but insists the Rossoneri will need the ‘fans’ support’ in 2025-26. Allegri was unveiled at a press conference on Monday.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / July 5

Rafael Leao ‘never an advanced topic,’ insists Bayern Munich chief

Bayern Munich President Uli Hoeness confirmed there were some talks with Milan for Rafael Leao, but ‘they weren’t fruitful and it never became an advanced topic’ of discussion.

AC Milan News / Football Italia / June 26

Rafael Leao already prepares for Milan pre-season amid Allegri’s calls

Milan star Rafael Leao is already preparing for the pre-season and has spoken several times to new coach Massimiliano Allegri, who is said to be ‘surprised’ by the Portuguese’s commitment to the Rossoneri.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 25

Tare confirms Milan want five new signings, stance on Leao, Theo and Maignan

Milan sporting director Igli Tare confirms the Rossoneri want to sign at least five new players this summer, including two full-backs and a centre-forward: ‘I have clear ideas.’ The Rossoneri sporting director explained his strategy for the 2025 summer transfer window at a press conference with several Italian media.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / June 25

Arsenal deepen interest in Portuguese star to bolster frontline

Arsenal is intensifying its efforts to secure the signature of Rafael Leao as it seeks to strengthen its attacking options during the current transfer window.

Napoli News / The Cult of Calcio / June 17

Milan Determined to Keep Leao and Maignan for Now

Milan have sold Tijjani Reijnders and wish to do the same with Theo Hernandez, but Massimiliano Allegri want to keep Rafael Leao and Mike Maignan, even though they are in demand.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 13

Liverpool named alongside Arsenal and Bayern in battle for explosive winger – Falk

Liverpool are being linked with AC Milan forward Rafael Leao following reported transfer meetings involving Bayern Munich and Arsenal. According to Christian

Soccer News / SempreMilan / April 19

Watch: Revisiting every angle of Leao’s stunning strike against Atalanta last season

AC Milan will be up against Atalanta tomorrow evening and the last time they squared off at San Siro, Rafael Leao found the back of the net with an absolutely

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / April 18

Moretto reveals Milan’s plan for Leao: 'A fixed point and cornerstone'

There has been a lot written and said about Rafael Leao’s future, but AC Milan have already made a decision ahead of the summer. Leao has reached double figures in goals and assists for the fourth straight season at Milan, and while there are still inconsistencies to his game there is also no doubting he is one of the most important players.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / April 15

‘Milan heart’ – why Leao has already decided his future despite big changes coming

Rafael Leao is always one of the most talked about AC Milan players especially with regards to a potential move, but he has already decided his future.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / April 14

Costacurta applauds Leao after Udinese goal: 'So much space for him'

Rafael Leao’s season has been quite polarising, with some believing he is performing at a good level, whilst others do not see that as the case. Friday’s performance for AC Milan united supporters, though.