AC Milan Boss Backs Rafa Leão to Shine in 2025-26 Season

AC Milan manager Max Allegri says Portuguese forward Rafa Leão will stay at the club for the new season. Allegri believes Leão is ready to improve and lead Milan’s attack.

ALLEGRI CONFIRMS LEÃO’S STAY

In a press conference, Allegri shared his plans for Leão. He stated, “Rafa can do excellent things next season. I’m sure I can bring out that extra something he’s been missing. He’s reaching the age where a player performs at his peak.”

Allegri’s comments come after months of rumors about Leão’s future. Several European clubs are reportedly interested in him. Despite talks of a possible transfer, the club and Allegri have made it clear that Leão is staying at San Siro.

LEÃO’S IMPACT AND MILAN’S SEASON SO FAR

Leão, 25, is under contract with Milan until June 2028, with a €175 million release clause

A previous report confirmed that Rafael Leão is under contract with AC Milan until June 2028.

Last season, he had 12 goals and 13 assists in 50 appearances

A previous report confirmed that Rafael Leão scored 12 goals and provided 13 assists in 50 matches this past season.

However, his efforts were not enough as Milan finished eighth in Serie A for the 2024/25 season

According to a previous report, AC Milan finished eighth in Serie A for the 2024/25 season.

The team struggled for consistency and aims to rebuild under Allegri’s leadership. Despite challenges, Leão has matured and has become a leader for his teammates, on and off the pitch.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR AC MILAN AND LEÃO

With Allegri at the helm, Milan hopes to bounce back in Serie A and return to European football. Their next match will be the Serie A opener, where they will look to start strong and close the gap to the league’s top teams. Milan ended last season outside of the European places, finishing 8th. The expectation is that Leão, now entering his peak years, will play a central role in Milan’s bid for silverware and a return to the top tier of Italian football.