AC Milan star Rafael Leao is expected to sign a new contract in Italy soon with his reasons for rejecting a move to Chelsea seemingly revealed. The frightening winger has been heavily linked with a Stamford Bridge switch for a number of transfer windows but those links will likely dissolve if he commits to a new deal at San Siro
The Portugal international's current contract expires in 2024 but according to AC Milan director Frederic Massara revealing there is a "mutual willingness" to agree an extension. Leao has been a key member of Milan's journey to the Champions League semi-finals where they will face local rivals Inter.
In the quarter-final victory over Napoli, Leao went on a scintillating run before setting up Olivier Giroud for the decisive goal in the tie. The 23-year-old has scored 13 goals this season and despite both parties wanting to seal a renewal, there are still some hurdles to overcome.
