Team Talk reports that Chelsea are eyeing AC Milan winger Rafael Leao as a potential transfer target and may face competition from Barcelona for his acquisition.

Chelsea have received a boost in their quest to sign Rafael Leao from AC Milan. The Italian media has reported that Milan are ready to sell the winger this summer. Chelsea and Barcelona are keen on Leao and are now on alert.

Team Talk reports on Chelsea's interest in signing Rafael Leao from AC Milan. Chelsea have been long-term admirers of Rafael Leao and have made contact to sign him during Graham Potter’s time in charge. AC Milan is now willing to sell Leao for a reduced fee of £66m (€79.7m, $83.5m), down from his full €175m release clause. Milan are open to selling him as they feel he has not improved in recent years.

Chelsea and Barcelona are both interested in acquiring Rafael Leao from AC Milan. AC Milan's failure to qualify for the Champions League knockout stages has prompted a potential sale of first-team players, including Leao. Chelsea's need for a winger is considered more acute than Barcelona's, and they are expected to compete with Barcelona in placing a bid once Leao is confirmed to be on the transfer list this summer.

90min reports on AC Milan's openness to transfer offers for Rafael Leao this summer. AC Milan are ready to listen to offers for Rafael Leao this summer. Although his €175m release clause was previously a deterrent, Milan could start the bidding at €80m. Chelsea may have an advantage as Milan are keen to extend Joao Felix's stay, potentially considering a swap deal involving Leao.

Chelsea have asked AC Milan to keep them informed on Rafael Leao's situation and potential availability as part of discussions over Joao Felix. Chelsea have a long-standing interest in the 25-year-old Leao and are considering a move for him. Milan are determined to keep Leao, whose contract runs until 2028, but could be forced to sell a big star to afford a permanent transfer of Felix.

90min reports on AC Milan's potential player sales to secure Joao Felix permanently. AC Milan may be willing to sell Rafael Leao or Theo Hernandez to fund a permanent deal for on-loan Chelsea forward Joao Felix.

AC Milan is considering selling Rafael Leao to fund a permanent deal for Joao Felix. Although Leao's release clause is €175 million, AC Milan is open to negotiating a lower price. Leao has been linked with Chelsea, who are seeking a left-winger. Barcelona is also interested in Leao.

AC Milan could offer Rafael Leao to Chelsea in exchange for Joao Felix as they look to sign the Blues star on a permanent deal this summer. Chelsea have been linked with a move for the Portugal winger for the best part of three years. However, their interest has cooled following recent purchases, but the opportunity to sign Leao could be too good to turn down due to Mudryk’s provisional suspension for doping.

AC Milan could offer Chelsea the chance to sign Rafael Leao as part of their bid to turn Joao Felix's loan into a permanent deal. (Calciomercato - Italy)

Chelsea has expressed interest in acquiring Rafael Leao from AC Milan. Despite Chelsea's tempting offers, Leao remains focused on his dream to join FC Barcelona and is not interested in a move to the Premier League.

Rafael Leao has had a disagreement with AC Milan's coach Paulo Fonseca, which has sparked speculation about his future at the club. Leao has often been left out of the starting lineup, and his relationship with Fonseca is reportedly tense. Although he signed a new contract last year that includes a €175 million release clause, Chelsea is rumored to have a strong interest in him. If Leao continues to be overlooked by the coach, Milan might not demand such a high fee, potentially opening the door for interested parties like Chelsea.

Rafael Leao has been frequently associated with Chelsea. His form in recent years has made him a sought-after commodity on the market. Milan has ensured to price any potential suitors out of a move by handing him a €175 million release clause. Transfer talks have gone quiet in recent weeks and months, but if he continues to perform, speculation will inevitably reappear.

Chelsea has been following Leao for some time and is showing interest.