NEWS: Manchester United can spend up to €145M on AC Milan star to replace Marcus Rashford this summer when many teams are said to be in contact with the England striker

The attacking line for Manchester United this season isn’t good enough to receive an outstanding rating. Although Rasmus Højlund’s form has improved in 2024, it is still insufficient to compete for the championship rather than the Champions League. They are therefore prepared to work on bolstering the offense at Old Trafford.

Thus, Rafael Leão of Milan, a striker, is rumored to be the first sign that Marcus Rashford will make before leaving Manchester United, according to portal Fichajes. The Portuguese is not an inexpensive choice, which has already caused Arsenal in London to question the possibility of bringing him in.

 

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Milan values their best player at around 145 million euros, but a lot will depend on how willing the “rossoneri” are to haggle.

According to sources, MANCHESTER UNITED is thinking about moving for Rafael Leao as a replacement for Cody Gakpo.

 

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The Red Devils, who wooed Dutch star Gakpo last summer, are expected to rekindle their interest in him in January.

After firing Cristiano Ronaldo, the club executives decided to sign Antony instead, although they are eager to add another forward in January.

The 23-year-old Gakpo reportedly had a price tag of about £25 million last summer.

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However, due to his outstanding World Cup performances, the price tag has doubled to £50 million.

Leao, the star of AC Milan, is one of United’s options, according to the Mirror.

Similar to Gakpo, the Portuguese star is presently participating in the World Cup in Qatar.

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Leao, 23, scored in his team’s 3-2 victory over Ghana during the group stage to score his first goal for his country.

For his team this season, the left winger has also been in outstanding form.

In 20 games in all competitions, he has seven goals and nine assists.