Ruben Amorim Shrugs Off Rafael Leao Drama—But Is a Stunning Aston Villa Move Brewing?
The manager specifically highlighted the performance of Cisse, the 19-year-old midfielder who earned his breakthrough opportunity for Milan. Operating in the No. 10 role alongside Ruben Loftus-Cheek, the Italian youngster netted one of Milan’s two goals in the opening-day win over Torino.
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AC Milan return to action on Friday, August 28, against Venezia at the San Siro for Matchday 2 of the Serie A season, with Leao expected to remain sidelined. Whether the Portuguese international will feature for the club again remains undecided as his agents explore incoming options.
Aston Villa emerge as potential destination for Leao
Despite expressing a desire to leave AC Milan prior to the World Cup, the primary suitors for Leao had previously been limited to Saudi Pro League clubs, a move the player resisted, and Galatasaray, who fell short of Milan’s asking price. With the deadline fast approaching, Aston Villa have surfaced as a new potential landing spot, largely driven by the player’s representation.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Leao’s agents offered the player to Aston Villa, prompting the Premier League club’s ownership to discuss the feasibility of a deal. Direct talks took place between Milan executive Gerry Cardinale and Villa leadership regarding multiple players, initially focused on Tomori to address Villa’s central defense, before Leao’s name entered the dialogue.
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The potential move remains in its early stages, as the initial contact was initiated by Leao’s representatives rather than a formal inquiry from the English club. A transfer to a Champions League-bound Premier League side aligns with the forward’s sporting ambitions, but the ultimate decision rests with the decision-makers in Birmingham.
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