Is Portugal's Rafael Leao leaving A.C. Milan?

A.C. Milan attempted everything to lock Portugal's Rafael Leao down to a new deal before the tournament began in Qatar. Still, Leao's agent refused since it was clear that the competition would enhance his profile, hence his asking price even more. If Leao's a global celebrity in his prime, they could be more willing to accept the €9 million per season wage demands.

While two spectacular goals off the bench for Portugal helped his image, a deeper look at these games reveals why Leao would be doing himself a major favour by sticking at Milan for a few more years.

When the 23-year-old starts rushing, the only way to stop him is with a foul, which is why Leao is just as valuable in winning penalties and dangerous free kicks as he is in scoring or assisting. However, what makes him so exciting to watch is his worst flaw: his absolute pleasure in the sport.




He'll have a grin on his face before the lob even enters the net if he's in the mood. Your team is reduced to ten men when he isn't feeling it. That can be unpleasant, but Milan fans embrace it since he has given them so much, and they know these times are fleeting.

Even Portugal coach Fernando Santos stated that Leao isn't ready to retain his place or contribute defensively, noting that the winger is allowed greater freedom at Milan.

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