Milan may retain Leao with Nkunku on sale amid lack of offers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

AC Milan's Christopher Nkunku is reportedly on the market, prompting speculation that the club may keep Rafael Leao. With minimal interest in Leao from other clubs, Milan may reconsider their strategy and discuss a contract extension with him. Coach Ruben Amorim met with Milan patron Gerry Cardinale to assess potential player sales, including Nkunku, whose departure could change Leao's future at the club. Leao's contract runs until June 2028, hinting at a potential shift in Milan's approach regarding his status in the upcoming season.
- •Nkunku is on the market, sparking Leao retention discussions.
- •Only minimal offers for Leao came from Turkish clubs.
- •Coach Amorim and Cardinale are reviewing player sales.
- •Leao may meet Cardinale to discuss his future next week.
- •Leao's contract runs until June 2028.
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Milan could keep Leao after Nkunku put on sale with no big offers ready
"With news Christopher Nkunku is on the market, it suggests Milan might be ready to keep Rafael Leao instead, and they could discuss a new contract.Coach Ruben Amorim met with patron Gerry Cardinale to...
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