Milan’s Rafael Leao: Fenerbahce growing confident and preparing second offer
Fenerbahce is preparing a second, improved offer for AC Milan's Rafael Leao after their initial €40 million bid was rejected. The Turkish club is working with intermediaries to meet Milan's €60 million valuation and secure the player's transfer.
Why it matters
This transfer saga illustrates the complex financial negotiations and the role of super-agents in professional football markets.
Serie A side Milan are growing desperate to sell Rafael Leao but are yet to find the right suitors. It is Fenerbahce who continue to push for the move and are ready with a second offer.
Daniele Longo has reported that after an initial bid from the Turkish side was rejected, they have worked with intermediaries and with Jorge Mendes to inform Milan that a second offer is incoming. This should come in the next few hours, with parties working to bring the Portuguese to Turkey.
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