Latest developments
- Manchester City are among the clubs keen on signing Rafael Leao.
- City are looking to reinforce their left-wing.
- AC Milan are prepared to sell the Portuguese winger.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (2.5/5): City join Leao race
Manchester City have joined the race to sign Rafael Leao as they look to prepare themselves for the possible exits of Jack Grealish and Jeremy Doku. AC Milan, meanwhile, are willing to sell the 25-year-old as they look to reshape their attack.
That is according to Fichajes, a Spanish outlet who are rarely on point when churning out transfer exclusives.
Value (3/5): Price-tag already set
The Rossoneri are demanding a fee in the region of £83million for the Portuguese. The way City spent in January to help their struggling boss Pep Guardiola, it is not out of their realm to spend such a figure to further strengthen their side and challenge for the league title once again.
Suitability (3.5/5): Constant threat
The Portugal international, who has 67 goals and 57 assists for Milan, is a constant threat on the left flank, owing to his explosive pace and relentless style of dribbling. A nightmare for full-backs.
Upgrade? (3.5/5): New option on the left
There are question marks on the futures of Grealish and Doku, who both have struggled under Guardiola. Leao would come in as a direct replacement on the left flank and should be starting regularly due to his more direct and aggressive style of play.
Logic (3.5/5): Long time coming
It has appeared that Leao has been flirting with a San Siro exit for many seasons now and this summer he might finally get his wish, with City knocking on the doors.
Whisper+ verdict: 16/25
Even though Leao seems like a perfect winger for Guardiola to replace Grealish, it is advised to control the excitement due to the source's reputation.
