BREAKING: Al-Nassr Not Ready to Send €85M Bid for Rafael Leão, Milan Rejects Approach
BREAKING: Al-Nassr Not Ready to Send €85M Bid for Rafael Leão, Milan Rejects Approach
In a dramatic twist that has stunned football circles across Europe and the Middle East, Saudi Arabian giants Al-Nassr have reportedly pulled back from their €85 million offer for AC Milan’s star forward, Rafael Leão. The move is seen as a significant blow to both the player and Milan, as the Saudi club’s interest in the Portuguese winger had been gaining momentum in recent weeks.
The saga began earlier this month when rumors surfaced that Al-Nassr were preparing an eye-watering offer to lure Leão away from Serie A. However, after several days of speculation, Milan have now confirmed that they have received no official bid from the Saudi side, with sources close to the club revealing that the €85 million package was not enough to sway their stance on the player.
Leão, 25, has been a revelation for Milan over the past few seasons, becoming one of the most sought-after wingers in Europe. His blistering pace, technical ability, and vision have made him one of the key figures in Milan’s revival. Despite his growing reputation, Milan management has been resolute in their desire to hold onto the player, valuing him far above any bid currently on the table.
“Rafael Leão is not for sale at this time,” a Milan spokesperson told reporters after the news broke. “We have always been clear about our intentions to keep him here as part of our long-term plans. Any offers below his market value will be categorically rejected.”
Al-Nassr’s interest in Leão had sparked excitement in Saudi Arabia, where the club has been making waves in the transfer market with marquee signings such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mané. The club had reportedly offered the player a lucrative contract, eclipsing the wages he currently earns at Milan. However, it seems the €85 million sum they were prepared to send to Milan for the forward was deemed insufficient.
The decision to pull back the bid has left many in the football world questioning whether Al-Nassr will look elsewhere in their hunt for a marquee signing or shift their focus to other targets. Milan, meanwhile, can breathe a sigh of relief as they retain their prized asset—at least for now.
The Leão transfer drama is far from over, but for the time being, it appears that Milan have managed to fend off the latest challenge to their star forward’s future. As the January transfer window nears its close, all eyes will remain on the Portuguese international to see if his future lies in Serie A or elsewhere.
