Lamine Yamal has become a true star despite not even being of legal age. The forward from Barça is already one of the most sought-after players in all of Europe, and most footballers want to share a team with him. He has become a major attraction, both commercially and to convince other professionals... as would be the case with Rafael Leão.
After the match against Atlético, with a new display from Lamine Yamal, Rafael Leão sent a nod to Barça. He retweeted highlighting the young Barcelona player, making it clear that his admiration for him is undeniable. He is a winger who is very much liked at the Catalan club and is being closely followed, being one of Deco's main priorities for the next season.
Rafael Leão Is Liked at Barça
Rafael Leão has become the great object of desire for Barça for the next season. At 25 years old, the Portuguese intends to leave Milan and is interested in heading to Camp Nou. Leão has established himself as one of the best forwards in Europe and believes he should make the leap to a team of greater stature. The interest is mutual, and the Italians intend to take advantage of it to get the most out of him.
Madrid-Barcelona has learned that Milan intends to take a player from Barça in exchange for Rafael Leão. At the moment, his price is 85 million euros, but the Italians are willing to lower it with the inclusion of a Barça player in the final operation. We are talking about Ferran Torres, a forward whose interest dates back months and who could make the reverse journey to the Portuguese.
In this regard, Barça holds Ferran Torres in high regard and doesn't intend to 'give him away'. One possibility is that he could be included in the operation for Rafael Leão, but internal evaluations are clear that he can't leave for less than 40 million. If Milan accepted this valuation, it would be viewed favorably to try to carry out the operation... Although the reality is that, at the moment, it is expected to be very complicated.
Lamine Yamal Has a Strong Ally for Rafael Leão
The relationship of Jorge Mendes with Barça's management, especially with Laporta and Deco, can be decisive in advancing the negotiations. Additionally, Rafael Leão's desire to make a leap in his career and compete in LaLiga plays in favor of the Catalan club. Conversations have been ongoing for some time, and the plan for both parties is to unite their paths.
He is also the representative of Lamine Yamal and his plan is clear: for the young player to renew with Barça, and for the Milan star to also arrive.