Manchester United offers 3 players to sign Rafael Leao

Manchester United wants to sign Rafael Leao to become one of the stars of their project.

Javier Parra Peña | 30 Apr 2026 | 22.30
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Manchester United offers 3 players to sign Rafael Leao
Manchester United offers 3 players to sign Rafael Leao

Manchester United has launched an aggressive diplomatic campaign to secure the services of AC Milan's star, Rafael Leao. According to information from Italy, the English club is willing to sacrifice key players to lower the cost of signing the Portuguese winger.

The deal would involve a base fee of 50 million euros plus the inclusion of players like Joshua Zirkzee, Manuel Ugarte, or Marcus Rashford. At San Siro, the stance has changed dramatically: the attacker is no longer untouchable, and the Lombard board is ready to sit down and negotiate. The Portuguese international, with a contract until 2028 and a 175 million buyout clause, seeks a destination that maintains his status as a world-class player.

Manchester United is urgently seeking a figure to bring pace and goals to a squad that requires a definitive quality leap. The "Red Devils" scouts have intensified their monitoring, observing the forward in high-profile matches like the recent clash against Juventus.

The valuation of the Portuguese is around 60 million euros if top-tier talent is included as immediate exchange currency. However, the British sporting direction is considering other alternatives, such as Morgan Rogers, although his market price doubles the investment required for the Portuguese. The possibility of adding a game-changer like Leao entices the board, which would have no problems meeting his salary demands of 5.5 million net.

Manchester United and the Marcus Rashford Dilemma

The key to the agreement could lie in the proposed names, with Marcus Rashford being the profile that raises the most doubts due to his current complex situation. Manchester United sees the English academy product as transferable after his loan spell at FC Barcelona, where he has not fully adapted.

Barcelona seems unwilling to pay the 26 million-pound purchase option, easing his departure. However, his high salary of 10 million euros net is a barrier for Milan's wage structure. Despite his proven quality, the financial fit of the British forward in Milan would require a substantial economic sacrifice from the player.

Manchester United offers 3 players to sign Rafael Leao

Rafael Leao: Old Trafford's Forbidden Desire

La Gazzetta dello Sport confirms that a FIFA agent has already initiated preliminary contacts to assess the transfer's viability. Manchester United is confident that the inclusion of Joshua Zirkzee, who is already highly regarded at San Siro, will be the catalyst for the deal. Zirkzee is familiar with Serie A, and his profile fits perfectly into the tactical needs of the team led by the Rossoneri coach at present.

On the other hand, the solidity of Manuel Ugarte in midfield is also seen as a tempting offer to balance the Milan team. The negotiation is expected to be lengthy and full of contractual intricacies, but the desire for change seems to be shared by both historic institutions.

The New Trident Planned by the English Board

The offensive restructuring of the Red Devils involves finding players who can dominate space and time under relentless pressure. Manchester United is not sparing resources to equip its coaching staff with the necessary tools to regain dominance in England. The arrival of Almada's gem would add a physical and technical dimension that currently lacks on the Old Trafford wings.

Every scout report emphasizes that the Portuguese is ready to take on the challenge of leading a project with Manchester's prestige. It remains to be seen if the proposed names meet the demands of an Italian board searching for a reliable replacement.

The success of this operation will mark a turning point in the sports planning of a club aiming to reclaim its crown. Manchester United is determined to make a statement in the summer 2026 transfer market chessboard. The Portuguese "Spider" awaits a resolution that could propel him to the Premier League spotlight at the Theatre of Dreams.

Summer promises high emotions and a high-level financial engineering to see Rafael Leao wearing the iconic red jersey. Meanwhile, negotiations continue behind the scenes, with eyes set on a deal that will shake the foundations of European football. The die is cast, and the fate of several stars depends on a single handshake between Manchester and Milan.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Manchester United ofrece 3 jugadores para fichar a Rafael Leao

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