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Arsenal Lead Reported Race for AC Milan’s Rafael Leao After Initial Talks

Reports put Arsenal in front following face-to-face talks between sporting director Andrea Berta and the player’s representatives.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets citing FootballTransfers report that Arsenal have opened initial discussions for a summer move for Rafael Leao.
  • AC Milan are said to be prepared to sell the 26-year-old for around €75–80 million in the upcoming window.
  • Leao has reportedly instructed his camp to engage in negotiations, indicating openness to a transfer.
  • Manchester United retain interest in the forward, though current reporting portrays Arsenal as frontrunners.
  • Leao has nine goals and two assists in 20 appearances this season and is viewed as a left-sided option to strengthen Arsenal’s attack, with all details unconfirmed by the clubs.