Rafael Leao has handed Manchester United a potential transfer boost after admitting the Premier League club is his favourite. The AC Milan forward, 26, could be available for as little as £43 million after the Italian side missed out on Champions League qualification.
Speaking on the Cernucci podcast, the Portuguese international said: "Yeah, of course. I like United because my idol is Cristiano Ronaldo. So back then, I used to watch them. I like Arsenal also." Leao would join compatriots Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot at Old Trafford if a move materialises.
Milan's fifth-place finish in Serie A means they will play in the Europa League next season, reportedly halving Leao's previous valuation. United's wide areas are not a top priority after the arrivals of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo last summer, but the departures of Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho may leave the left flank in need of reinforcement.
Meanwhile, United legend Patrice Evra has urged the club to sign Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray. The Nigeria striker, 26, joined the Turkish side for a record £65 million last summer but could command a £130 million fee. "Man United need a proper striker," Evra told Goal. "To name one player, I say Osimhen because I know these guys can make the difference."
