Milan Superstar Bids Farewell: “I’ve Given Everything”

Rafael Leao is on the verge of leaving Milan after seven years, with the Portuguese winger bidding farewell to San Siro in his latest interview. Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport, Leao confirmed his ambition to find ‘a new challenge in another league.’

Milan signed Rafael Leao from Lille in the summer of 2019 for a reported fee of €35 million. During his seven-year stint in Serie A, Leao has become one of the most highly rated European forwards. Furthermore, he helped the Rossoneri win the Scudetto in 2021/22 as well as the Supercoppa Italiana in 2024/25.

However, the time has come for the 26-year-old to wave goodbye to Milan and embark on a new chapter in his career. Premier League giants Manchester United have recently emerged as potential buyers, with Michael Carrick looking to strengthen his attack after securing a top-three finish.

United’s hopes of luring Leao away from Milan have now received a crucial boost. Indeed, the player revealed his intention to leave Serie A in the upcoming transfer window.

Rafael Leao Bids Farewell to Milan

“Personally, I think I’ve already given everything I have in Milan,” Leao said. “It’s a club that helped me to grow, that supported me in difficult moments, and fortunately, I’ve also managed to write my name in Rossoneri history.

“I think that everyone has dreams, ambitions, and challenges to face. I aspire to have a new challenge in a new league. And if that were to happen, I’d be very happy. Also because I know I did a good job at Milan.”

With Leao’s contract expiring in 2028, Milan remain in a strong bargaining position. Indeed, any interested club will likely have to table an offer in excess of €50 million to prise the Portuguese star away from San Siro.