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Leao Linked to Manchester United Ahead of Milan Retool
TL;DR
Rafael Leao is linked to Manchester United as AC Milan plans a summer overhaul. Milan may sell Leao for around âŹ50M despite his âŹ175M release clause.
Key points
- Rafael Leao linked to Manchester United
- Milan plans a summer overhaul of their attack
- Leao's release clause is âŹ175M but could sell for âŹ50M
- Manchester United considers other targets like Morgan Rogers
- Potential player swaps include Zirkzee and Rashford
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Leao Linked to Manchester United Ahead of Milan Retool
Milan might completely overhaul their attack in the summer, and an intermediary has begun working to bring Rafael Leao to Manchester United. The officials appear to have made up their mind after selling the Portuguese star amid his recent downturn in form and overall inconsistency and attitude, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
The attacker only wishes to join a top team if he were to leave. He has manageable wages, âŹ5.5M plus bonuses. Instead, thereâs no shot his âŹ175M release clause gets activated. The Rossoneri could settle for âŹ50M or so, or concoct a swap.
Leao could be a fallback target for Manchester United, which covet Aston Villaâs Morgan Rogers, whoâs a lot more expensive than the Milan stalwart. Heâs also on Barcelonaâs radar. The Red Devils have a few players who could interest the counterparty: Joshua Zirkzee, Manuel Ugarte, and , who should return from a loan to Catalunya.
Q&A
What is Rafael Leao's current situation at AC Milan?
Rafael Leao is facing a downturn in form and inconsistency, leading AC Milan to consider selling him as part of a summer overhaul.
How much could Manchester United pay for Rafael Leao?
Manchester United could acquire Rafael Leao for around âŹ50M, significantly less than his âŹ175M release clause.
Who are the other players Manchester United is interested in?
Manchester United is also interested in Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, along with potential swap options involving players like Joshua Zirkzee and Marcus Rashford.
