Rafael Leao has 'already decided' on which club he wants to sign for with the AC Milan forward unhappy in Italy

Rafael Leao has decided which club he wants to sign for from AC Milan, it has been claimed.

The Portugal international has been a talismanic figure in Milan over the past few seasons, but has at times fallen out of favour with manager Paulo Foneseca this term.

In turn, there has been speculation regarding Leao’s future, with the attacker having been linked with the likes of Manchester United and Arsenal.

However, MilanLive has alleged that Leao has made it clear he would like to join La Liga giants Barcelona over Premier League alternatives.

Moreover, according to Spanish publication Marca, Leao’s representative Jorge Mendes also favours a move to Barcelona.

The Catalan outfit are reportedly looking to strengthen the wide options next year, with Ansu Fati unlikely to be retained by Hansi Flick’s side.

While Nico Williams was linked with Barcelona last summer, any future deal for the Spain international would be complicated due to his price, as well as competition from elsewhere.

Another option is Leao, who Marca claim wants to leave AC Milan. While president Joan Laporta has always supported a move for the 25-year-old, it would be an expensive deal.

Leao’s agent Mendes, who has a strong relationship with Barcelona, has allegedly always wanted his client to join the Catalan side.

However, Financial Fair Play rules could prove to be a stumbling block, with Leao’s asking price thought to be in the region of €75million (£62million).

Leao has been a talismanic figure at AC Milan (Getty)

Moreover, a move for Leao isn’t said to have the support of sporting director Deco and manager Flick, who both believe the player has displayed attitude issues at Milan.

Elsewhere, in the a 2023 interview with ​​Gaffer magazine, Leao said he would be open to a Premier League move.

He said: “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.”