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'We'd eat everyone!' - Rafael Leao urges Moise Kean to join him at AC Milan as winger eyes 'scary' partnership with Fiorentina forward

  • Leao calls Kean “like a brother” and wants him at Milan
  • Duo share long-time friendship on and off pitch
  • Italian scored 19 goals in 32 Serie A matches last season
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    During a Twitch livestream, Leao answered fan questions and playfully suggested that Kean could join him at Milan. Calling the Fiorentina striker “like a brother,” the Portuguese winger insisted their on-field chemistry would be “scary” and that they would “eat everyone” in their path. The two have known each other for years, even collaborating on music projects away from football.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Leao and Kean’s friendship dates back to their teenage years, with their bond extending beyond football. The Italian striker, fresh off a 19-goal Serie A season with Fiorentina, recently saw his €52 million (£44m/$57m) release clause expire, complicating any potential transfer. Fiorentina are in talks to extend his contract, which could further increase his value, while the Rossoneri remain focused on securing Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund on loan. New coach Massimiliano Allegri is also exploring other striker options, and despite Leao’s comments sparking fan excitement, financial constraints and Fiorentina’s reluctance to sell mean a move for Kean this summer appears unlikely.

  • WHAT RAFAEL LEAO SAID

    Speaking about his close friend, Leao shared his admiration and hopes for a potential reunion. He said: “I love Moise very much; he’s like a brother to me. Together on the pitch, we’d be scary; we’d eat everyone. Wherever he goes, he’ll do well. Maybe… even to Milan.”

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    WHAT NEXT?

    For now, Leao’s wish remains a dream. Milan continue talks for Hojlund, while Fiorentina aim to secure Kean on a new contract. Unless a major shift happens in negotiations, the Leao-Kean partnership will have to wait.