Rafael Leao de facto announced his departure from Milan, but he’s not yet close to joining any other team, and his camp recently filed his candidacy to Arsenal. The winger would like to move to the Premier League, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs (via Calciomercato).
The Gunners are in the market for one more piece in the role and recently missed out on Anthony Gordon, who picked Barcelona instead. It’s unclear whether they could indeed be keen. Manchester United timidly tested the waters. His departure will come together only after the World Cup.
Milan will be hoping Leao showcases his skills across the pond in the coming weeks, enticing Arsenal or other prospective suitors to lodge serious bids. Their hierarchy wasn’t pleased with how he handled the situation. He didn’t bring a proper proposal alongside his declaration.
The Rossoneri would like to pocket at least €50M. Only Galatasaray have moved concretely for him for now, tendering €10M per year to the mercurial attacker. He doesn’t seem too thrilled to head to Turkey or Saudi Arabia for now. Fenerbahce quickly pulled out of the race. On the other hand, considering his current wages, €7M, easy add-ons included, and seesawing performances, he’s not too appealing for the powerhouse at this stage.
Our Take on Milan, Leao, and Arsenal
It’s time to rip the band-aid off, as their fans have already exiled him, but they have bigger fish to fry at the moment, and the World Cup further delays things. He might have to settle for a second-tier club if he’s really adamant about going to England. The secondary destinations will have better chances later in the summer.
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