Rafael Leao’s Stance on Premier League Move Revealed as Club ‘Make £87m Offer’

Rafael Leao has already spoken about a move to the Premier League amid reports of an £87 million bid.

Leao, 26, joined Italian Serie A giants AC Milan from French Ligue 1 side Lille back in 2019 for a reported fee of £35 million.

Since then, the winger has scored 74 goals in 265 appearances for AC Milan, winning the Serie A once and also lifting the Supercoppa Italiana.

Over the last couple of years, Leao has often been linked with a move elsewhere due to his impressive performances in Italy.

This weekend, it has been reported that Manchester United have made an offer for Leao.

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, the Old Trafford club made an offer worth €100 million for the Portuguese attacker.

It has been suggested that United have decided to 'accelerate' their bid to sign Leao, who is also said to be on the wanted list of Premier League rivals Liverpool and Manchester City.

Fichajes claimed that three factors will decide Leao's future, one of them being the release clause.

The report stated: "Secondly, his performance: he must maintain or increase his offensive level in more competitive environments like the Premier League.

"And third, the player’s will: his personal decision will be key, even more so if he finds the jump to Manchester United or the media exposure of England attractive."

Rafael Leao has been linked with a move to the Premier League. Image: Getty

What has Rafael Leao said about playing in the Premier League?

Speaking back in 2023, Leao discussed the prospect of playing in the Premier League.

He told Gaffer: "I think every player wants to play in the Premier League because it’s a very competitive league. It has engaging football, great teams and a worldwide audience.

"Serie A is currently very well positioned in the football world but I would definitely have to say the Premier League in the future."

Leao continued: "Football-wise, my goal is to win the Champions League and a Ballon d’Or. As an artist, I personally don’t think about it too much, I go with the flow.

"As an individual, I think about making my label one of the biggest household names in the music world."