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Rafael Leao: Milan star offers transfer update amid Man Utd links

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The Portuguese star has attracted interest from a number of elite clubs since the last season.

Rafael Leao has insisted he’s “100 per cent focused on Milan” despite interest from Manchester United.

Since his 2019 transfer from Lille, Leao has established a reputation as one of the best Serie A strikers. 

The 23-year-old has registered six goals and five assists in his 14 league appearances this season while scoring twice for Portugal in their World Cup campaign. 

Man Utd have remained as Leao’s main suitors as they aim to find a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. But the striker is not keen to leave Milan mid-season.

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“Yes, in the future,” Leao responded when asked whether he would consider joining a Premier League side.

“But now I’m 100 per cent focused on Milan. I’m at a top club and I’m under contract. I also like the city of Milan.”

In addition to Man Utd, Chelsea have shown interest in signing Leao in recent seasons. Following the departures of Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner, the Blues are keen to add a new striker to their ranks.

But Leao went on to praise Chelsea’s city-rivals, Arsenal, for their performances this season.

“I’ve seen a lot of games this year,'” he added. “I like Arsenal, I think they play very well.”

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