Former Milan director Igli Tare reveals ‘football was no longer a priority’ for Rafael Leao before he joined Galatasaray, while Liverpool ‘pulled out’ of a deal for Joe Gomez.
Portugal have been dealt a significant setback ahead of their final Nations League group fixtures following an injury to Rafael Leao. The forward was forced off during Galatasaray’s dramatic 4-3 victory over Amedspor on Saturday, leaving head coach Jorge Jesus with a major selection headache.
Stefano Pioli believes that Milan currently have ‘four or five’ top-class players and has explained how he used to get the best out of former Rossoneri
Hansi Flick's men recovered from a difficult start in Turkey to seal a commanding 4-1 victory. The hosts initially put Barcelona under intense pressure, with Leao setting up his side's only goal of the game during a competitive first half.
Nicolo Zaniolo has provided a fascinating insight into his career path, reflecting on his time under Jose Mourinho and his stint in the English top flight.
Destiny Elimoghale and Juventus have plenty to celebrate. The 17-year-old has been named by the Guardian among the 60 most promising talents on the international football scene born in 2009.
Leao has opened up on the overwhelming emotions he experienced after wearing Portugal's famous number seven shirt. The iconic jersey was recently vacated following Ronaldo's departure from the national team camp.
CR7 was not on the pitch, but his presence in Denmark-Portugal was still felt. In the end, Jorge Jesus was right. The first Portugal without Cristiano Ronaldo won and impressed 4-2 against Denmark in a game that was open at the back but packed with goals and chances.
Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal's training camp on the eve of the Nations League match against Denmark, but the No 7 shirt will not lie vacant. As ABola report, Rafael Leao will wear it this evening for the match at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, the forward who moved in the summer from AC Milan to Galatasaray .
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.
Leao has been quick to praise the immediate structural improvements brought to the national side by Jesus. Following a hard-fought victory against Norway, Leao pointed towards a newfound resilience that he believes was lacking during the previous era under Roberto Martinez.
Rafael Leao, after his Portugal side’s match against Norway, also spoke about his summer move from AC Milan to Galatasaray Rafael Leao played his part in Portugal's impressive win in Norway, denied a goal only by the crossbar.
Former Milan coach Fabio Capello says Assane Diao is better than Rafael Leao ‘on a technical level,’ and even if he doesn’t understand Cesc Fabregas’ ‘circle’ in central midfield after games, he admits Como are ‘a joy to watch.’ Como were the only Serie A club to secure a win in the Champions League Round 1.
Sporting CP kicked off their UEFA Champions League campaign with a commanding 3-1 comeback victory over Galatasaray at the Estadio Jose Alvalade. The Lions fell behind early to a Goncalo Inacio own goal before Genny Catamo, Luis Suarez, and Rodrigo Zalazar turned the match around.
Galatasaray have started the 2026-27 season in imperious form, remaining unbeaten after a busy summer transfer window that saw manager Okan Buruk overhaul his squad.
Milan, under the microscope there is also the work of the management on outgoing deals. Here is how AC Milan have worked and how much they have brought in From the early fireworks to the bittersweet taste of deadline day.
A big bet for the Rossoneri Milan have officially announced the signing of Omari Hutchinson from Nottingham Forest, on loan for 4 million euros, with an option to buy that could become an obligation for a further 40 million euros.
Milan have officially announced that former Serie A MVP winner Rafael Leao has joined Turkish giants Galatasaray on a permanent transfer after seven seasons
Rafael Leao isn’t yet particularly close to leaving despite the ongoing talks with Aston Villa and Galatasaray, but Milan are preparing for such an eventuality and have earmarked Young Boys starlet Alvyn Sanches, Corriere dello Sport informs.