Arsenal have been linked with a move to sign Rafael Leao for a long time.
The AC Milan speedster has been one of the best wingers in Serie A for a few years now. That has put him on the radar of several big clubs across Europe.
Arsenal have been interested in Leao in the past, but no move materialised.
However, that could change in the upcoming summer transfer window, when Andrea Berta looks to strengthen the Gunners’ attack.
Imagine you are Andrea Berta. Who is your top target for Arsenal in the summer transfer window?
Arsenal discover Rafael Leao’s price tag
Arsenal need an upgrade on their left wing in the summer.
The Gunners have a fantastic squad with top-class players in almost every position. However, on the left flank, they could do better.
Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli have both had good moments this season, and their numbers across all competitions are impressive.
However, neither player is elite, which is why Arsenal are now looking at Rafael Leao again as their ‘primary attacking target’ for the summer.
That’s according to Football Transfers, who have revealed that the Portugal international will be available for a fee in the range of €75-80 million (£65-70m).
That is less than the £72 million Arsenal paid to sign Nicolas Pepe in 2019.
Furthermore, the report claims that Leao has personally advised his agents to negotiate with the Gunners about a move in the summer.
Berta is said to have held ‘face-to-face talks’ with the winger’s representatives on behalf of Arsenal already, who are the ‘frontrunners’ for his signature despite interest from Manchester United.
Fill in the blank: I would pay £___m to bring Rafael Leao to Arsenal next summer…
Arsenal should sign another Serie A winger instead of Rafael Leao – Kenan Yildiz
Leao is a fantastic player and would be a good signing for Arsenal. But the Gunners can do better.
Mikel Arteta’s side have been linked with a move to sign Kenan Yildiz from Juventus, and we think he would be a much better option.
The Juventus star has directly contributed to 17 goals in all competitions this season, six more than Leao has managed.
Furthermore, Kenan Yildiz is nearly six years younger than the AC Milan winger, which means his ceiling is significantly higher.
We’re sure Arsenal fans will not complain if Berta signs Leao in the summer, but Yildiz would be the better option.
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