Rafael Leao, an AC Milan forward who has 18 months left on his present deal at the San Siro and has so far refused his club’s offer of a new five-year contract amid interest from Chelsea and has gained the attention of Manchester United.
he Portuguese was heavily linked with the Blues during last summer’s transfer window, but the Rossoneri made it clear that he was not for sale following their takeover.
However, their position could change in the coming months particularly if the Portuguese is not convinced to put pen-to-paper on a new long-term contract.
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He will enter the final 18 months of his deal in January. It is claimed that the Rossoneri would want to secure as close to their £100 million price tag if he does not renew.
Chelsea have been touted as the front-runners to sign him for some time, but United are now set to provide strong competition in the race to land the versatile attacker.