AC Milan club managers have always kept an eye on talented players and one profile in particular who has the attention of some European clubs besides the Rossoneri is Benfica's central midfielder Rafael Luis.
He plays for the youth sector. Born in 2005, he has very impressive skills and has displayed them in the Youth League competition against Inter.
He doesn't shy away from challenges and even when playing in front of the defense, he attacks the spaces up to the edge of the penalty area, often attempting shots towards the opponent's goal. In terms of characteristics, he resembles the first Rodri seen at Atletico Madrid, but he can still improve a lot, just like the Spanish talent now at Manchester City, in managing the timing of the game as a pure playmaker.
When Benfica makes a move, one thing is certain: talent. But there is another thing, that to follow this talent, many scouts and observers get accredited to attend the matches. This was the case in the Youth League match between Inter and Benfica, which ended in a 1-1 draw, with Rafael Luis being one of the best players on the field. In the stands observing the game were, of course, the leadership of Inter's youth teams, but also the top brass of AC Milan, with Geoffrey Moncada and Antonio D'Ottavio, who watched the game at Interello.
Rafael Luis did not go unnoticed. But, signing him from Benfica will be a difficult task, writes Calciomercato.com. In fact, the 18-year-old midfielder signed on a contract renewal. His new deal now runs until 2028.
