manchester united and Arsenal They are reportedly interested in signing AC Milan star Rafael Leao, according to the Spanish outlet. Transfers.
After moving to the San Siro from LOSC Lille in 2019, the 25-year-old has established himself as the Nerazzurri's talismanic figure. He even helped the Italian giants win the Scudetto in 2022.
The forward has also been a key piece for Portugal. He has enjoyed a promising start to this campaign, contributing four goals in six starts in Serie A.
Now, Transfers claims that Leao has a contract until 2028 with Milan and has a £146m release clause in his current contract. But the Italian giants are willing to sell their star for around £100m.
His price cut has therefore sparked considerable interest in him, with United and Arsenal interested in landing his signature. But Paris Saint-Germain are also plotting a raid for him, so it won't be easy for the record. first division champions or the Gunners to seal the deal.
Battle
The report says Mikel Arteta believes that Leao would be a perfect option to reinforce the attack and fight for the Premier League and champions league trophy.
Man Utd currently have Alejandro Garnacho and Mark Rashford to be deployed on the left flank, while Arsenal have Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard. Besides, Gabriel Jesus and Raheem Sterling can also play in this position if necessary.
Therefore, both clubs have plenty of options in their left wing position but it is always necessary to continue strengthening the squad.
Leao is a left winger: he is fast, strong, technically sound, can dribble past opposing defenders in tight areas, has the ability to finish off his chances and is also efficient in creating opportunities for his attacking teammates.
However, he lacks work rate out of possession and considering that Arsenal and Man Utd are his forwards to press the opposition high up the pitch, Leao might not be an ideal option for that approach.
Therefore, although the Portuguese international is a highly talented player, he may not be the right option to strengthen Arsenal or Man Utd's attack.
Therefore, it would be best for them to explore other options; However, it will be interesting to see if the record Premier League champions or the North London club finally take a concrete approach to signing the Milan star in 2025.
