Coveted by giants, Rafael Leão renews contract with Milan

The great highlight of Milan in recent seasons, Rafael Leão is a player that has been probed by European giants. However, even with transfer speculation, the striker renewed his contract with the Italian club, this Thursday, the 11th. Fabrizio Romanospecialist in the football market.

The Portuguese’s old bond lasted until June 2024, that is, the end of next season. Therefore, seeking not to run the risk of losing the player at zero cost, Milan started renewal talks from the beginning of the year. Finally, after a long time of negotiation, the club reached an agreement with Leão, with a new contract until 2028.

According to Fabrizio Romano, all the documents are already signed and the terms of the new bond as well. Confirmation should happen soon, through the Milan team’s social media. The Portuguese’s new contract has an astronomical termination fine of 175 million euros, in addition to a gradual increase in the athlete’s salary each season.

In 44 games played this season, the player has contributed directly to the Rossoneri team. With 13 goals scored and 13 assists, the 23-year-old striker took center stage and led the team in all competitions. In recent months, Rafael Leão has been approached by clubs such as chelsea, Real Madrid It is PSGbut defined his future by staying at Milan.

However, in the first semifinal match of the Champions LeagueAgainst the Inter Milan, the Portuguese striker was in no condition to enter the field. Suffering from a muscle injury, Leão had to stay out of the first match, but he can return for the second game that confirms one of the finalists of the competition.

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