Milan open to selling Rafael Leão as European giant keeps tabs

AC Milan is already looking ahead to the next season. With Champions League qualification well within reach (though not yet guaranteed, holding a six-point lead over 5th-placed Como with four Serie A matches remaining), Rafael Leão is expected to be a prominent name in the upcoming transfer market.

This Wednesday, Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Manchester United is interested in signing the Portuguese forward. This interest aligns with Milan's willingness to, at the very least, entertain offers for the player, who, according to the same source, is valued at 50 million euros by the Italian club.

The club, home to Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot, has already made inquiries into the potential terms of a deal, signaling their desire to unite Rafael Leão with his two compatriots at Old Trafford.

The same source indicates that Milan's primary focus is to sell the player to fund the acquisition of Alexander Sorloth from Atlético Madrid, who is the *Rossoneri's* preferred target for their attack. However, discussions could also arise regarding a potential move for Joshua Zirkzee to San Siro.

The Dutch forward has never truly established himself at United and has seen limited playing time this season – just 580 minutes across 22 appearances, with two goals scored. Zirkzee was previously a target for Milan in 2024 before he ultimately joined United from Bologna.

This openness signifies a shift in Milan's stance regarding Rafael Leão, who has endured several minor injuries this season and faced considerable criticism from the club's supporters. Under contract until 2028 with a release clause of 175 million euros, Milan is now reportedly prepared to sell him for less than a third of that value.