"I like Arsenal": Chelsea Target Leao Declares Love For Chelsea London Rival Arsenal
Arsenal have been put on high alert after AC Milan forward Rafael Leao revealed that he likes their style of play.
The Gunners were in a hot streak of form before the World Cup break that saw them open a five-point gap at the top of the Premier League table.
Leao meanwhile is one of Europe's brightest prospects having dazzled after arriving in Italy from Lille. He helped the Rossoneri to their first Scudetto title in 11 years last season.
His performances caught the attention of leading European clubs with Chelsea said to be heavily interested in the Portuguese winger. Leao has revealed that he is not keen on moving at the moment but would reevaluate his options in future.
"Experience in a new league? Yes, in the future… but now I’m 100% focused on AC Milan — it’s a top club and I’m under contract there. I like the city too," as quoted by Fabrizio Romano.
Rafa Leão: “Experience in new league? Yes, in the future… but now I’m 100% focused on AC Milan — it’s a top club and I’m under contract there. I like the city too”, tells @rdpafrica 🇵🇹 #ACMilan
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 24, 2022
“I watch many games. This year, I like Arsenal — they’re playing very well”. pic.twitter.com/1a5Snatpnr
He further added that he has watched a lot of Arsenal games this season and he has been impressed with how they play.
The Gunners resume their title charge with a London derby against West Ham United on boxing day. Leao meanwhile will wait until 4th January when Serie A fixtures resume as AC Milan take on Salernitana.
Source: Sportsbrief
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