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Aston Villa pursue Milan's Rafael Leao as transfer window closes

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Aston Villa pursue Milan's Rafael Leao as transfer window closes
Summary

Aston Villa has emerged as a potential destination for AC Milan's Rafael Leao, with the transfer window nearing its close. Milan is reportedly willing to negotiate if an offer of around €50m is made, despite their valuation being set at €60m. The Birmingham club is actively seeking attacking reinforcements, particularly with Ollie Watkins linked to a move to Al Hilal. Villa has considerable financial backing after selling Morgan Rogers to Chelsea for €137m and aims to enhance their squad as they prepare for Champions League football. No formal offers have been received by Milan, who previously had an approach from Galatasaray for Leao.

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Status Watch
  • •Aston Villa is targeting Rafael Leao from AC Milan.
  • •Milan is open to offers around €50m for Leao.
  • •Villa seeks replacements for outgoing player Ollie Watkins.
  • •Villa recently sold Morgan Rogers for €137m.
  • •No formal offers for Leao have been confirmed yet.
Latest Updates
  • 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa pushing for a loan deal for AC Milan attacker Rafael Leao
  • 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Journalist: Aston Villa keen on move for Serie A forward
  • 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Tottenham rival Aston Villa, actively negotiate with Milan for Leao
  • 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa and Juventus After Unsettled Milan Ace Leao
  • 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa in contact with AC Milan for Rafael Leao
  • 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa emerge as late contenders for Milan star Rafael Leao
What they're saying
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Aston Villa are pushing to bring AC Milan attacker Rafael Leao to Villa Park on loan with an obligation to buy, according to The Athletic.The Villans manager Unai Emery is desperate to bolster their a...

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Aston Villa Open Rafael Leao Talks as AC Milan Weigh Late Summer SaleAston Villa have moved into serious contention for Rafael Leao, with talks now under way with AC Milan over a possible late-window ...

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Milan are collaborating with Jorge Mendes to find a new home for Rafael Leao, and both have a good rapport with Aston Villa, which could table a bid in the coming days, and Juventus have also tested t...

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