Overview
- Luka Modrić publicly said he wants Rafael Leão to remain at AC Milan and praised Leão as one of the world’s best when fully fit.
- Leão has rejoined Milan's pre-season and played in the 1-1 friendly with Inter in Perth, producing nine final-third entries and 13 final-third passes after coming on.
- Head coach Ruben Amorim said Leão is motivated, being treated the same as other players, and is integrating into the squad during training and friendlies.
- Reported interest from Turkish clubs including Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray has been discussed in the market but no proposal has matched the player's demands or Milan's reported €50–60m valuation.
- Milan face a clear choice that will shape their season finances and Leão’s future: sell to raise transfer income while out of Champions League revenue or retain their star and keep him available for the campaign.