Premier League Giants Arsenal and Chelsea Compete for AC Milan Star Rafael Leão
Arsenal and Chelsea are eyeing AC Milan's Rafael Leão in a high-stakes transfer battle. Get the latest updates on this and other major football transfer news.

Premier League Giants Arsenal and Chelsea Compete for AC Milan Star Rafael Leão
AC Milan are reportedly open to offers for their star winger Rafael Leão, with Arsenal and Chelsea leading the charge. The Premier League giants are keen to bolster their squads with the 26-year-old Portuguese international, who has been a standout performer for Milan.
Latest Transfer News and Rumors
- Bayern Munich and clubs from the Saudi Pro League are also in the mix for Leão, making this one of the most hotly contested transfer battles of the summer.
- Nico Williams has requested Athletic Club to soften their stance on his potential move to Barcelona, despite the Catalan club's ability to meet his release clause.
Key Transfers and Developments
- Florian Wirtz has completed a club-record £100 million transfer from Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool, signing a five-year contract.
- Galatasaray are monitoring Ilkay Gündogan's situation at Manchester City and are prepared to make a move if he becomes available.
- Thomas Partey is expected to leave Arsenal on a free transfer this summer, as negotiations over a new deal have stalled.
Trending Rumors
- AC Milan have yet to receive any formal offers for Leão, but it would take at least €80 million to €90 million for them to consider letting him go.
- Nico Williams has asked Athletic Club to allow Barcelona to pay his transfer fee in installments, despite the club's ability to meet his €58 million release clause.
Editor's Picks
- Liverpool's big-money move for Florian Wirtz has been graded a B by analysts, highlighting the potential and risks involved.
- Arsenal and Real Sociedad have completed the paperwork for Martín Zubimendi's transfer to the Emirates, with the fee expected to be around €64 million.
Other Notable Moves
- Como have made an attempt to sign Manchester United winger Antony, who is prioritizing a return to Real Betis.
- Tottenham Hotspur have inquired about AFC Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo, but the £70 million valuation has put off potential suitors.
Stay tuned for more updates on these and other major football transfers as the summer window heats up.