Guardian: Chelsea targeting €120m-rated Milan star as Raphinha deal slips away

Chelsea are targeting a €120 million deal for AC Milan forward Rafael Leao after failing to sign Raphinha, a report claims. 

As has been reported in the UK by The Guardian, Chelsea have had to turn their attentions elsewhere after it became clear that Leeds United forward Raphinha is likely to join Barcelona instead.

One of their two main targets is Rossoneri forward Leao who was expected to attract a lot of attention this summer after being the best player in Serie A last season.

Milan are reluctant to sell Leao and are still working to try and tie the Portuguese down to a long-term contract as he has one year left on his current deal. They would likely demand €120 million.

The 23-year-old is not expected to push through a move to another club this summer but the interest of Chelsea will certainly be a concern for the Rossoneri as the Premier League side will be able to offer a lucrative contract.