One of Serie A’s most electrifying attackers is heading for the exit. Rafa Leão, AC Milan’s Portuguese winger, is expected to leave the club this summer after seven seasons, drawing interest from Saudi Arabian clubs and several of Europe’s biggest names.
The transfer picture
Leão joined AC Milan from Lille back in 2019 and has since become one of the most watched wingers on the continent. Over 291 appearances, he racked up 80 goals and 65 assists, numbers that put him firmly in the elite tier of European attackers.
His decision to move on reportedly stems from a desire for a fresh challenge, particularly after Milan’s disappointing season that saw the club miss Champions League qualification. The 2026 World Cup appears to be a factor in his timing as well, with Leão looking to position himself at a club where he can compete at the highest level heading into the tournament cycle.
Saudi clubs have come knocking, as they tend to do these days. Al Hilal reportedly made a significant bid, one that involved Karim Benzema’s influence in the recruitment pitch. Leão turned it down, preferring to stay in European football.
