Arsenal plot £69m move for 10-goal ace to replace first-team star amid tense fallout
Arsenal are interested in signing the AC Milan attacker Raphael Leao at the end of the season.
The player has reportedly fallen out of favour with manager Max Allegri, and their relationship has deteriorated. Arsenal are looking to capitalise on the situation and secure his signature.
Leao has also been linked with Manchester United.
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Arsenal could use Rafael Leao
They are aware that they need to make a statement signing to improve the wide areas. The 26-year-old is a reliable performer, and he could add a new dimension to the Arsenal attack. His explosive pace and flair will help Arsenal going forward. He will help create opportunities for his teammates and find the back of the net as well. Leao has 10 goals this season.
According to reports from Spain, Arsenal are preparing and €80 million offer to sign the player and AC Milan would seriously consider selling him if such an offer is submitted. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops.
We have therefore given the potential Leao-to-Arsenal deal a Transfer Fit rating of 18/25, which makes him a good fit.
| Rafael Leao | TOTAL SCORE: 18/25 |
| Transfer fee | ** |
| Performance | **** |
| Achievements | ** |
| Career phase | ***** |
| Squad need | ***** |
Find out more about what the categories mean and how we score them here
Leao to replace Martinelli?
It seems the arrival of the Portuguese international could depend on Gabriel Martinelli’s departure. The Brazilian has been inconsistent, and he has been linked with an exit. Arsenal are prepared to bring in an upgrade on him, and it remains to be seen how the situation develops.
Meanwhile, there are internal tensions over the future of the Portuguese attacker, and Milan are likely to cash in if a solid offer comes in. He has the physicality and technical attributes to thrive in the Premier League, and he could be an asset for Arsenal. This is the right time for him to take on a new challenge, and moving to the Premier League would be ideal. He has shown his quality in France and Italy. He will look to make an impact in English football now.
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