Arsenal sets sights on Rafael Leao as Andrea Berta identifies summer transfer target

Leao

Arsenal has reportedly entered the race for AC Milan star Rafael Leao, with new sporting director Andrea Berta identifying the Portuguese forward as a key target for the upcoming transfer window. According to reports in Italy, the Gunners are considering a move for Leao despite his hefty €175 million release clause.

Leao has been a standout performer for Milan, showcasing his speed, technical ability, and goal-scoring prowess. His performances have attracted interest from several top European clubs, including Chelsea, who have been monitoring his situation throughout the season. Arsenal, however, is now emerging as a serious contender, with Berta keen to strengthen the squad’s attacking options.

Milan remains firm in its stance, insisting that Leao is not for sale. However, sources suggest that a surprise offer in the region of €100 million could be enough to initiate negotiations. Arsenal’s current attacking lineup includes Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, and Raheem Sterling, but the addition of Leao would provide an extra dimension to their forward play.

With the summer transfer window approaching, Arsenal’s pursuit of Leao could become one of the most talked-about moves. Whether Milan is willing to entertain offers remains to be seen, but the Gunners appear determined to make a statement in the market.

Rafael Leão

Rafael Alexandre Conceição Leão

Forwarder

PortugalPortugal

Age: 26

188 cm

81 kg

Season 2024/2025
Played 34 4 Missed
Minutes 2328 68.5 Avg
Goals 8 0.2 Avg
Assist 8 0.2 Avg
Attempt 116 3.4 Avg
Passes 770 22.674.5% AvgSucc
Yellow 5 0.1 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 33 times for 2304 minutes for Serie A.

Rafael Leão scored 8 goals for Milan. He procured 8 assists. He received 5 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 9th in Serie A. In the last match Milan won 2-1 against Genoa. The next match in Serie A will be against Bologna.

Milan performance and stats

Milan

Manager: Sérgio Marceneiro Conceição
Rank 7th
Win 18
Draw 9
Loss 11
Goals 61-43
Diff 18
Rank 13th
Win 5
Draw 0
Loss 3
Goals 14-11
Diff 3

Milan is currently 9th in the Serie A with 57 points.

In the last 35 games, it has won 16 times, drew 9 times, and lost 10 times. In its last match, Milan won 1-2 against Genoa.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 55 goals and conceding 39.​

Milan will play the next match in Serie A against Bologna on Friday 9th of May in Milano. The prediction is Milan winning the match.​

Arsenal performance and stats

Arsenal

Manager: Mikel Arteta
Rank 3rd
Win 6
Draw 1
Loss 1
Goals 16-3
Diff 13
This season

Arsenal is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 67 points.

In the last 35 games, it has won 18 times, drew 13 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Arsenal lost 1-2 against AFC Bournemouth.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 64 goals and conceding 31.​

Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against Liverpool on Sunday 11th of May in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.​