The future of Rafael Leão continues to dominate the headlines at AC Milan. Following speculation in recent weeks, significant confirmation has now emerged regarding one of the most surprising leads of this transfer window closing: a potential move by the Portuguese winger to AS Roma.
The Roma–Leão Scenario: Deal Details
According to transfer market expert Orazio Accomando, the possibility of a deal between Milan and Roma is very much worth taking seriously. The formula being explored is a paid loan with an obligation to buy, for a total deal worth €45 million. This structure would allow Milan to generate revenue from the Portuguese winger’s sale, while spreading the financial outlay for Roma across more than one fiscal period.
Roma remains one of the still-open options for Leão, should no other solution materialise in the meantime — the situation surrounding his potential departure had already been outlined in recent weeks, with Milan assessing the best moves to maximise the profit on his transfer.
Roma Offer Soulé: Milan Exploring Other Options
In the context of discussions between the two clubs, Roma have reportedly also put Matías Soulé‘s name on the table as a potential makeweight to help facilitate the deal. The Argentine, who joined the Giallorossi in the summer of 2024 from Juventus for around €26 million, is a creative attacking midfielder with significant room to grow. However, Milan currently appear to be exploring other options for the attacking midfield role and do not seem particularly convinced by this solution.
Leão: A Talent Ready to Shine in the Right Setting
Rafael Leão, 26, is one of the most gifted talents in European football. His pace, exceptional technique and ability to beat defenders in almost unpredictable ways make him a truly unique player on the Italian and international football scene. After years in the Rossoneri shirt — with highs and lows that have defined his time at Milan — the Portuguese winger could be about to embark on a new chapter that launches him back to the very highest level.
For Milan, his potential sale would in any case serve the technical project of Amorim, who has already shown he has clear ideas about how to build the Rossoneri squad in this new era. The funds raised from selling the Portuguese star would go towards financing the new signings — a defender, an attacking midfielder and a striker — that the manager has requested from the club’s leadership.
The transfer window is entering its most intense phase and Milan are working on multiple fronts simultaneously. The Leão situation remains fluid: decisive developments could emerge in the hours ahead.
