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Rafael Leao, a 27-year-old Portuguese winger, continues to be one of the key names in the market. The current AC Milan player is in talks with interested clubs like Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray, but the Rossoneri's president, Gerry Cardinale, has set a minimum price of 50 million euros and ruled out any loan exit.
The Portuguese international's future remains unresolved with over a month left in the market. The two major Istanbul clubs are closely monitoring the situation, but the Italian club is unwilling to lower its financial demands.
🚨🇹🇷 Rafa Leão’s future remains open with Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray both keen.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 30, 2026
AC Milan chairman Cardinale insist on €50m minimum fee and no chance for initial loan.
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Rafael Leao at the center of AC Milan and Turkish clubs' battle
The interest from Fenerbahçe has been the most active in the past days. The team led by Ismail Kartal has intensified contacts to understand the terms of a potential deal and is considering making an offer close to AC Milan's demands.
On the other hand, Galatasaray has not backed out of the race. The Turkish champions are still considering the forward's signing and are awaiting a possible opening in negotiations in the coming weeks.
However, the stance of the Italian club has hardly changed. Cardinale believes that Rafael Leao will only leave through a permanent transfer and with an offer that meets, at least, 50 million euros. The option of a loan, even with intermediate formulas, is not part of the club's initial plan.
AC Milan stands firm on Rafael Leao's price
Leao is under contract with AC Milan and has amassed 291 matches, 80 goals, and 55 assists since his arrival from Lille, figures the club uses to support his market value.
The Portuguese has publicly expressed his desire for a new challenge, but has also stated that he will respect his contract as long as he remains with the Rossoneri. This situation keeps discussions ongoing with different clubs, although there is no definitive agreement at the moment.

Turkish Clubs Remain Interested in the Portuguese Player
Meanwhile, Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray are figuring out how to structure a deal that meets Milan's financial demands. In both cases, the transfer cost and the player's wages pose the main obstacles to finalizing the agreement.
The next step will depend on whether either of the Turkish clubs presents an offer that meets the minimum set by AC Milan. Until that happens, Rafael Leao will remain part of the Rossoneri squad, and his future will continue to be one of the unresolved matters of this summer transfer window.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El precio de risa que el Milán pide por Rafa Leao
