Rafael Leao, present today in Milan as a testimonial at a fashion brand event, gave an interview published by L’Officiel in its summer issue. The Portuguese player's words ranged from music to Milan.
On the role of family, Leao said:
“My family has been, and still is, fundamental for me. They have always stood by me in the most difficult moments, and for that I will never stop thanking them. My father and mother taught me that to achieve great things, you have to make equally great sacrifices. Did talent or willpower help me more? At the beginning, talent, of course. Then comes the point when talent is no longer enough — you need something more. You really need a lot of work to reach certain levels," as relayed via MilanPress.it.
The greatest he has played with:
“Not one, but two: Ibrahimović and Cristiano Ronaldo.”
On Milan:
“I've always followed Milan, even before joining the team. It’s one of the most important clubs in the world; wearing this shirt is a dream. I’m 25 years old and at the peak of my career. I know that many kids look up to me as an example, and that, to me, is better than calling myself a champion.”
On football, Leao said:
“I want to play as long as possible. When I stop, I want to spend as much time as I can with my family and live peacefully.”
Where his passion for music comes from:
“From my father and my uncle, who was a DJ. I started seriously at 19 in France when I was playing for Lille. When I played in Portugal I was close to home — there, I found myself alone. And music became good company.”
