Leao turns down Spurs, eyes Galatasaray move

AC Milan's Rafael Leao has reportedly said no to Tottenham, preferring a switch to Galatasaray.

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What happened. Rafael Leao reportedly rejected a move to Tottenham Hotspur, as he favours joining Galatasaray instead.

• Spurs had identified Leao as an ambitious attacking target.
• Leao's preference is a move to Galatasaray over Premier League interest.
• The rejection is a setback for Tottenham's transfer plans.

Leao's decision could force Tottenham to look elsewhere for attacking reinforcements before the window closes.

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