The 27-year-old Portuguese winger announced his departure to his teammates and the media, with Italian media outlets also reporting that he is set to join Galatasaray. Leao has been at AC Milan since 2019, when he was recruited from Lille for 35 million euros. During his time at the club, he won the Scudetto in the 2021-2022 season, being named the best player in Serie A with 11 goals and 10 assists. Leao also won the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana. He is now expected to join Galatasaray, with Sky Sports Italy reporting that an agreement has been reached between the two clubs for a transfer fee of 45 million euros, including two bonuses. Leao is set to sign a 4-year contract with the Turkish champions and will reportedly earn a minimum salary of 10 million euros per season.
Rafael Leao to Leave AC Milan
Rafael Leao is leaving AC Milan after 7 years at the club, according to the player himself, as reported by L'Équipe Football.
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