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“Anything can happen” – Leao’s lawyer explains Milan exit ‘plan’ and Galatasaray decision

By: Ben Dixon Rafael Leao’s exit was one of the biggest stories of the summer where AC Milan were involved. Indeed, it went down a different route than most expected. In recent years, there have been suggestions that Leao could…

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 9:00 AM
“Anything can happen” – Leao’s lawyer explains Milan exit ‘plan’ and Galatasaray decision
Key Things to Know
  • Rafael Leao's lawyer explained the forward planned his AC Milan exit for the end of the transfer window.
  • Antonio Leo confirmed the plan was to decide late regardless of whether Galatasaray or another club emerged.
  • Leao had previously announced his Rossoneri departure on Portuguese television.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rafael Leao's lawyer, Antonio Leo, has revealed the strategy behind the forward's exit from AC Milan and his subsequent move to Turkish club Galatasaray. Speaking at an event organized by Sportitalia, Leo explained that their camp always planned to delay their final transfer decision until the closing days of the summer window.

According to Leo, all parties were aware of the strategy to wait until the end of the transfer window due to expediency and the unpredictable nature of late negotiations. The revelation follows Leao's earlier public announcement on Portuguese television confirming his departure from the Rossoneri.

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