Chelsea are preparing a major summer bid for AC Milan’s prized winger Rafael Leão, with super-agent Jorge Mendes mediating negotiations for what could become one of the transfer window’s blockbuster deals.
The 25-year-old Portuguese international has attracted serious interest following another standout season (10 goals, 9 assists) in Serie A.
Sources indicate Milan have set a firm €100 million valuation for their attacking talisman, who still has four years remaining on his contract.
Chelsea’s recruitment team reportedly views him as the ideal profile to revitalize their frontline, combining technical quality with the physical attributes to thrive in the Premier League.
The Blues face stiff competition, however, with Paris Saint-Germain previously expressing interest and several Premier League rivals monitoring the situation.
Should the move materialize, Leão would follow the path of other Serie A stars like Mohamed Salah and Kevin De Bruyne who flourished after transitioning to England.
