Rafael Leao is the talk of the media these days. It was confirmed by Paolo Maldini himself during an excellent interview granted to La Gazzetta dello Sport that he has a release clause built into his contract worth 150 million euros. This clause is only a sign that proves how much the Rossoneri managed to believe in the Portuguese winger right from the start. Now, he is wanted by multiple top clubs, according to reports. But, the club directors want to keep him with a new contract, and maybe even with a higher release clause.
Now, the club is going through an important phase which is the sale from Elliott to RedBird. Gerry Cardinale, chief of the American firm which is set to own majority shares of the Serie A giants, wants to start the project with the right steps.
According to a report shared by Italian journalist Daniele Longo, the first dossier that the new AC Milan owners want to address will be that of Rafael Leao.
Everyone is aware how crucial the former Lille star has become and the idea is to keep him at the club for more years to come. As per the journalist, the player would like to receive a post-tax yearly salary of 6.5 million euros plus bonuses. The Rossoneri for their part, can be able to strike a deal with his entourage.
Rafael Leao, 22, has a valid contract which expires on June 30, 2024. He is represented by Portuguese super agent Jorge Mendes. In 34 appearances with AC Milan, Leao has scored 14 goals and made 12 assists in 42 appearances between Serie A, Coppa Italia and the Champions League.
