Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 25 Aug 2026
Newcastle join Aston Villa in race for AC Milan's Rafael Leao
Jorge Mendes is reportedly working on a late move for the Portuguese winger as Premier League clubs circle.
Rafael Leão
player
Player
Rafael Leao
Position
Attacker
Current club
AC Milan
Linked clubs
Newcastle United, Aston Villa
What happened. Newcastle United have joined Aston Villa in the race to sign AC Milan attacker Rafael Leao, who is set to move this summer.
- Leao is a 27-year-old Portuguese international.
- Aston Villa are exploring a potential move for the player.
- Jorge Mendes is reportedly working on the transfer.
A transfer battle is brewing between two Premier League clubs for the AC Milan star.
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