Liverpool Identify This AC Milan Winger As A Target: What Will He Add To Slot’s Side?

In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Liverpool have identified AC Milan winger Rafael Leao as a target. It has been mentioned that the Reds are eyeing a move to bring the Portuguese wide player to Merseyside this summer.

Leao’s Impressive Form In Serie A

Leao has enjoyed a good run of form at the Milan club in this campaign as he has put in a series of impressive displays for them in the final third. The 26-year-old has banged in ten goals and earned three assists in 27 matches for AC Milan this season across multiple competitions.

The Portuguese talent is currently among the best wingers in Serie A. Thus, Liverpool would do well to get a deal done for him in this summer transfer window.

His current contract at San Siro will run out in the summer of 2028, which could make it tough for the Reds to sign him on the cheap later this year.

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VERONA, ITALY – APRIL 19: Rafael Leao of AC Milan during the Serie A match between Hellas Verona FC and AC Milan at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on April 19, 2026 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

What Will Leao Add To Liverpool Boss Arne Slot’s Side?

Leao is a decent dribbler with the ball at his feet and can make some driving runs with it out on the flanks. He has got the vision to create a few decent chances in the final third and can shoot the ball with venom from long range.

The Portuguese sensation can chip in by scoring and creating his fair share of goals from the wide areas. Leao is primarily a left-winger but can also operate as a centre-forward if asked to do so. However, it remains to be seen whether he can make a smooth transition to life in the Premier League.

We can expect Leao to add more pace and goals to Liverpool boss Arne Slot’s attack. He is good enough to fight for a regular starting spot at the Merseyside club in the coming years.

At 26, Leao has his best years ahead of him, which makes him a worthy target for the Reds to pursue at the end of this campaign. However, Slot has to give him some time to adjust to life in England before he can get the best out of him. Still, Liverpool should focus on going all out to snap him up this summer.