Rafael Leao sets Galatasaray and Fenerbahce terms, hope from Chelsea

Rafael Leao sets Galatasaray and Fenerbahce terms, hope from Chelsea There are important developments for Milan outcast Rafael Leao, with reports of potential Chelsea interest, but above all his view on Galatasaray and Fenerbahce is shifting. The Portugal international announced in several interviews before the World Cup that he considered his time at San Siro to be over, so was ready for a new challenge. MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 26: Rafael Leao of AC Milan warms up prior to the Serie A match between AC Milan and Juventus FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on April 26, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) Milan too are eager to sell, because they have no intention of renewing the lucrative contract that expires in June 2028. Rafael Leao has limited alternatives MILAN, ITALY – MAY 10: Rafael Leao of AC Milan looks dejected as he leaves the pitch after being substituted during the Serie A match between AC Milan and Atalanta BC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on May 10, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) The problem is that the only clubs who stepped forward with real proposals have been Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, neither of whom excite Leao. He is hoping for a Premier League move, though so far Manchester United and Aston Villa have been relatively disinterested. Sportitalia report today that Chelsea made an approach, even if it is only at the early stage of requesting information. A more significant development from the same source is that Leao has recognised his lack of options and is now opening up the door to a Turkish transfer, but only if the wages are big enough to sway him. His current wages at Milan are worth €5.5m per season plus performance-related bonuses, and Galatasaray could almost double that figure.