Man Utd is preparing to sign Rafael Leão after his desire for a move.

Manchester United is preparing for a revolution in this summer’s transfer market, with the possibility of securing Rafael Leão, the forward from AC Milan who has made it clear he is ready to embrace a new challenge outside Serie A. The Portuguese player, who has impressed in Italy, has not only made history at the Rossoneri but has also expressed his desire for a change of scenery, leaving fans and officials at Old Trafford on high alert.

After a remarkable second half of the season under the interim management of Michael Carrick, which saw Manchester United secure third place in the Premier League and subsequent qualification for the Champions League, the English club’s financial capacity to approach the market with ambition has been strengthened. The Red Devils’ squad is undergoing a profound overhaul, with plans to sign at least two midfielders, a left winger, and a left-back, in addition to rumors suggesting the arrival of a center-back and a forward.

Rafael Leão, who has primarily played as a centre forward this year in Milan but gained fame as a left winger, has not hidden his desire to leave. In statements to Sport TV Portugal, the player was emphatic: “I am proud to have made history at AC Milan, but I want a new chapter. I feel ready to play in another league. I gave my best for Milan, but it is time to try another challenge.”

This statement did not go unnoticed in the football world, with Manchester United immediately identified as one of the clubs interested. Leão had already expressed his admiration for the Red Devils, particularly for their connection with Cristiano Ronaldo, his compatriot and idol, during the latter’s time at Old Trafford. “Of course I like Manchester United because my idol is Cristiano Ronaldo. At the time, I used to watch their games. I also like Arsenal,” Leão revealed in previous statements.

According to information provided by Graeme Bailey, an insider at TEAMtalk, Leão has been “offered to several top clubs in the Premier League, including Manchester United.” Although AC Milan intends to renew the player’s contract, sources indicate that the Italian club may be willing to accept a bid in the region of €50 million this summer.

Despite the interest still being in its early stages, with the Red Devils having only conducted preliminary assessments of the forward’s profile, Rafael Leão’s name remains high on the club’s priorities to strengthen the attack and compete for the title next season.

As the transfer window approaches, the battle to secure one of the most promising talents in European football promises to be intense. Manchester United, buoyed by their qualification for the Champions League, is prepared to invest heavily to build a team capable of meeting the greatest challenges, and Rafael Leão could be the key piece of this ambitious project.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.