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Milan proposes swap of Rafael Leao for Ruben Dias with Manchester City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:25 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Milan proposes swap of Rafael Leao for Ruben Dias with Manchester City
Summary

Jorge Mendes is reportedly working on a transfer deal that would see Rafael Leao move from AC Milan to Manchester City in exchange for Ruben Dias, along with additional cash. AC Milan is looking for new solutions as Leao's contract situation remains uncertain, and they aim to reinforce their defense after acquiring Mario Gila. Mendes, involved in several of Milan's summer transfers, is said to be negotiating this potential swap amid ongoing interest in Dias from Real Madrid. The outcome of these discussions could have significant implications for both clubs as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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Key Details
  • •Jorge Mendes seeks Rafael Leao swap for Ruben Dias.
  • •Milan's interest in strengthening their defense continues.
  • •Leao's contract runs until 2028, causing uncertainty.
  • •Manchester City signed Dias from Benfica for €71.6m in 2020.
  • •Real Madrid has also shown interest in Ruben Dias.
Latest Updates
  • 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Milan Explore Blockbuster Swap with Manchester City
  • 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Suggestion of Ruben Dias swap with Rafael Leao for Milan and Manchester City
What they're saying
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Milan are working with Jorge Mendes to find a suitable solution for Rafael Leao, and the idea of a trade involving another of his clients, Ruben Dias, has been broached. The deal is far from easy. The...

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Sport Mediaset claim Jorge Mendes is trying to engineer a swap deal with Rafael Leao plus cash going to Manchester City, in exchange for Ruben Dias to Milan.It is no secret that the Rossoneri are tryi...

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