LEAO IS BARÇA'S FAVORITE STAR
Rafael Leão's 'wink' to a FC Barcelona legend that everyone talks about
Published:21/08/2024 - 10:27h
Updated:21/08/2024 - 10:28h
FC Barcelona seems interested in hiring Rafael Leão to strengthen their left winger. In this sense, the Portuguese winger could favorably consider joining the culé club, why? Because the Catalan team was where one of his great childhood idols managed to become a legend
The FC Barcelona is actively looking for a stellar player to reinforce their left-wing, a position where alternatives are currently scarce in the Catalan team. Given the difficulties arising in the signing of Nico Williams from Athletic Club, the Blaugrana have a list of outstanding options just as interesting as the player from Pamplona.
At this point, according to various sources, the Barcelona team does not rule out the option of acquiring the services of Rafael Leão, the left-winger from AC Milan, whose market value amounts to €90 million (according to 'Transfermarkt'). Despite the incorporation of this Portuguese footballer being unusual due to his high starting price, nearly €100 million (€175 if his release clause is activated), Barcelona seems optimistic about finding a way to close this deal, especially considering that the Almada native is represented by Jorge Mendes, an agent with strong ties to the Blaugrana and who spares no effort in facilitating the arrival of his players to the team.
The 'hint' from Rafa Leão towards a FC Barcelona legend
Under this premise, the Portuguese forward might view joining the Catalan team favorably, why? This could be due to a purely sentimental reason, as one of his great idols, who also happened to wear the 'Rossoneri' jersey, is considered one of the legends of FC Barcelona. This factor could be a key element in Rafa Leão's potential interest in wearing the Blaugrana shirt at some point.
The player in question is none other than Ronaldinho, whom the Portuguese player seems to deeply admire. In fact, in one of his most recent posts on his Instagram account @iamrafaeleao93, made about four weeks ago, the fiery left-winger can be seen enjoying his summer vacation in Brazil. In one of the shared photos, Leão is seen wearing a shirt with iconic prints of 'Dinho'.
On another note, in a different image, Rafa is seen wearing the '10' jersey of Flamengo, the same one that the Brazilian star wore in the 2010/11 and 2011/12 seasons, another gesture that clearly demonstrates the admiration of the Portuguese for Ronaldinho. Will this potentially spark interest from Barcelona? Only time will tell.
