Barcelona has tried it with Leao

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16/08/26 17:00:00

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Rafael Leao is back in the orbit of FC Barcelona's transfers, although this time not as a market obsession but as a potential summer opportunity. The Portuguese winger, 27 years old, has lost weight at AC Milan and his situation has completely changed compared to previous summers when the Italian club demanded almost impossible figures.

The current scenario is very different. Rafael Leao has a contract until 2028, a market value close to €50 million, and a clause that for a long time was set at an unattainable threshold for almost any club. However, Milan would be willing to negotiate for an amount close to €60 million, and even lower if the deal is structured with flexible formulas.

Rafael Leao, an old temptation that never disappeared

The admiration of Joan Laporta for Rafael Leao goes way back. The Barcelona president always had him on the list when the club was looking for a standout winger for the left flank, especially during summers when Nico Williams' path was considered. The Portuguese player was liked for his power, stride, imbalance, and ability to change open games.

However, the internal context at Barça is now different. The arrival of Anthony Gordon has covered that area of the field, and the sporting priority is a top-class center forward. At this point, Julián Álvarez remains the main target, leaving Rafael Leao on the back burner. He is not a priority but a name the club continues to monitor.

AC Milan opens the door to an unexpected sale

The arrival of Ruben Amorim in the AC Milan dugout has altered the offensive setup. The Portuguese coach advocates for a model with interior attackers and false wingers, an idea that doesn't entirely fit with Rafael Leao's more natural profile, accustomed to getting the ball wide, accelerating, and attacking spaces with ahead meters.

That's why the Rossoneri club has reportedly informed the player that he must consider an exit. Manchester United, Tottenham, and Saudi Arabian clubs have also inquired about his conditions, confirming the market's interest. The reduction in his previous valuation makes the Portuguese international one of the most intriguing operations of the summer.

LaLiga is not a priority, but Barça knows about the player's desire

The player has previously viewed the Blaugrana option favorably. He is enticed by playing at Camp Nou and testing himself in LaLiga, but the economic and sporting conditions were never right to finalize the move. Jorge Mendes, although not his direct agent, has influenced the player's environment and had contacts with Milan.

The last season also didn't help secure his place at San Siro. Rafael Leao scored 10 goals and 3 assists in 31 official matches, decent numbers but below expectations for a player expected to be a franchise player. At the World Cup, with Portugal, he tries to enhance his showcase under the gaze of several European clubs.

The question is whether FC Barcelona will make a move if the striker path fails. Today, Rafael Leao is not the top choice, but the market changes quickly, and so do prices. If Milan accepts a reduced sale and Barça needs firepower for its attack, Rafael Leao could once again become a serious name to stir up LaLiga.

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