Barcelona is keeping a close eye on AC Milan star Rafael Leão as rumors swirl about his potential departure from the Italian club. While Arsenal, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain have also shown interest in the winger, it seems Barcelona is now in pole position to secure his signature.
Leão, who is currently under contract with AC Milan until 2028 with a hefty buyout clause of €175 million, could be available for around €120 million if negotiations go well. PSG sees him as a potential challenger for Bradley Barcola or Ousmane Dembélé, while Manchester United views him as a possible replacement for Marcus Rashford. Arsenal, on the other hand, is keen to bolster its attack in a bid to compete for the Premier League title.
According to reports from SPORT, Barcelona is closely monitoring Leão’s situation at AC Milan and may be considering making a significant investment to bring him to Camp Nou. The Spanish club is looking to add another player in his prime years to their squad, and Leão could be the perfect fit.
Recent reports from Mundo Deportivo suggest that Leão has fallen out of favor with AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca this season, which could pave the way for a potential exit. TuttoSport has also reported that Leão has instructed his representatives to keep a close watch on the situation, especially with the January transfer window approaching and the possibility of a coaching change at AC Milan.
As the speculation around Rafael Leão’s future continues to grow, Barcelona seems to be in a strong position to make a move for the talented winger. With other top European clubs also vying for his signature, it remains to be seen where Leão will end up in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.