Galatasaray is set to finalize one of the biggest transfers in its history—and in the history of Turkish soccer as a whole—as all signs point to the club adding Rafael Leão to its roster!
AEK’s opponent in the Champions League Group Stage (AEK will host them in Nea Filadelfia) will pay €45 million to Milan, while the deal includes bonuses and a sell-on clause, according to reputable journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The Turks also convinced the Portuguese forward to say “yes,” as he had been hesitant all along and was waiting for offers from a top-tier league.
Thus, Galatasaray has secured a top-tier player who has been a standout for all these years in a Milan jersey, scoring 80 goals and recording 65 assists in 291 appearances across all competitions. With the Italians, he won one league title and one Super Cup.
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Galatasaray has reached an agreement in principle to sign Rafael Leão—here we go!
AC Milan will receive a package exceeding €45m, with add-ons and a sell-on clause also included.
AdvertisementLeão accepted the deal after Aston Villa’s push and Galatasaray’s improved terms proposal today.
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— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 28, 2026
*photo source: KYPE
Galatasaray has reached an agreement in principle to sign Rafael Leão—here we go!
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