Chelsea wing-back Reece James says Milan star Rafael Leao is among the toughest players he’s ever faced and the reply from the Portugal winger sent Blues fans into a meltdown.
The England defender took part in a Q&A session on Twitter, replying to questions from his followers. One asked who is the toughest player he’s ever faced and James replied saying ‘Vinicius Jr, Leao and Mané.’
The Rossoneri star just replied ‘My bro’, but his words were enough to send Chelsea fans into a meltdown.
The Blues are among the clubs interested in signing the 22-year-old who is in talks to extend his contract with Milan.
His current deal at the Stadio Meazza expires in June 2024 and he has a €150m clause included in his contract.
Leao has recently spoken about his contract situation at Milan from Qatar.
“Even before arriving in the national team, we had a meeting with Maldini, it was positive, so when I arrive in Milan, we will talk,” he said.
Leao was named best Serie A player for 2021-22 when the Rossoneri won their first Scudetto in 11 years. He has scored seven goals in 20 appearances across all competitions with the Diavoli this term.
I hope they are very happy together at Chelsea. A modern day love story.
not surprised – always had chelsea as the favourites to sign him and man-utd to sign maignan
Milan have the budget of a Championship side. Leao is already gone.
@mohammed
You really think we selling BOTH Maigan and Leo… forget about it
Chelsea – where attacking talent goes to die.
Why would Milan sell him???
Ace… we are in a different financial reality than a club like Chelsea.
I would love to see him stay but when you look at the transfer fee and what could be done with it …? Never mind what salary we will have to pay him going forward.
Acemilan,
I’m curious as to what different financial reality you think Milan are in now compared to Chelsea. After all did Redbird not acquire them? Do they not have the capital now to compete and hold on to their better players?