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AC Milan Confirm Signing of Rafael Leao From Lille on Five-Year Deal

AC Milan have confirmed the signing of Rafael Leao from Lille, with the forward signing a five-year deal.

Leao, who joined the French side from Sporting CP last summer, made 26 appearances across all competitions for Lille last season, netting eight goals and providing two assists.

In an official statement, the Serie A side confirmed: "AC Milan is delighted to announce that the Club has reached an agreement with LOSC Lille for the acquisition of Portuguese forward Rafael Alexandre da Conceiu04abão Leão.

"The 20-year-old attacker joins the Rossoneri on a five-year deal."

Though no fee was disclosed in this statement, it is understood that the Italians will be paying around €30m for the youngster.