Leao sends another Instagram message after Milan withdrawal in Champions League

MILAN, ITALY - OCTOBER 22: Rafael Leao of AC Milan leaves the field after substitution during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between AC Milan and Club Brugge KV at Stadio San Siro on October 22, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Rafael Leao has sent another cryptic message on Instagram after his 60th minute substitution during Milan’s 3-1 win at home over Club Brugge in the Champions League on Tuesday night, as several high-profile players have sent messages of encouragement. 

Leao was hauled off after an hour on Tuesday ngiht, with Mialn drawing 1-1 with Brugge at the time. 

The Rossoneri scored almost immediately after his withdrawal, and then secured a two-goal advantage 10 minutes later. 

Leao leaves another Instagram message after Champions League snub

“God knows how my heart is pure ..” Leao wrote in an Instagram post after full-time. 

Several of his Milan teammates, including goalscorer Tijjani Reijnders, Tammy Abraham, Youssouf Fofana and Emerson Royal have left comments of encouragement. 

Napoli-owned striker Victor Osimhen also responded, as did a few of Leao’s international teammates, including Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.