As Fenerbahce prepare to make a €20m bid for Rafael Leao, AC Milan are weighing up their options, with the Portuguese forward's sale looking increasingly likely to raise funds for a demanding transfer market.
The relationship between Leao and Milan is at an all-time low, with the player reportedly pushing for a new experience away from San Siro. Fenerbahce's offer, however, is not the only one on the table, with the Turkish club reportedly willing to pay €20m to secure the forward's signature.
The deal is also being closely followed by Jorge Mendes, who has previously offered Leao to Barcelona and Manchester United, both of which were unsuccessful. According to reports, Milan are already considering Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas as a possible replacement, with his club asking for at least €40 million.
Fabrizio Romano, a transfer expert, has shed light on the situation, denying rumors of any concrete interest from Chelsea and other top European clubs. As things stand, the only offers received have come from Turkey, with Saudi clubs yet to make any concrete moves.
The coming hours will be decisive for Fenerbahce's bid, with the Turkish club reportedly preparing a blitz in Milan to convince the Rossoneri to let Leao leave. The pressure from the Istanbul club remains strong, with Milan continuing to demand a higher valuation for their number 10.
The situation could change only if Saudi clubs were to enter the race, but for now, it seems Fenerbahce's offer is the most serious contender. The next few weeks will be crucial in determining Leao's future, with the Portuguese forward's sale looking increasingly likely to raise funds for Milan's transfer market.
Milan's demand for a higher valuation for Leao has put pressure on Fenerbahce to increase their offer. The Turkish club's €20m bid is a significant step towards securing the forward's signature, but it remains to be seen whether it will be enough to convince the Rossoneri to let him go.
The sale of Leao would represent a significant opportunity for Milan to raise funds and finance their transfer market. With the Portuguese forward's relationship with the club at an all-time low, it seems increasingly likely that he will leave San Siro in the coming weeks.
Source: Yahoo Sports