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AC Milan forward Rafael Leao has rejected a lucrative proposal to join Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal before the transfer window closes. The Portugal international remains determined to continue playing at the highest level in European football, despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding his exact role at San Siro under new manager Ruben Amorim.

Aston Villa are prepared to sanction the departure of talismanic striker Ollie Watkins as a massive move to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal nears completion. The England international has been the subject of intense speculation throughout the summer and is now expected to travel for a medical in the coming days.

New Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez has dramatically broken with past policies by declaring that players plying their trade outside Europe will be considered for national selection. The former Barcelona boss insisted that pitch performance is all that matters, offering fresh hope to stars like Tijjani Reijnders, Memphis Depay, and Crysencio Summerville.

Francisco Conceicao could be set for a surprise departure from Juventus in the final days of the transfer window. Super-agent Jorge Mendes is orchestrating a massive domino effect involving Chelsea and Al-Hilal that could see the Portuguese winger move to Stamford Bridge.