Rafael Leão

• Full name: Rafael Alexandre da Conceição Leão
• Date of birth: 10 June 1999
• Place of birth: Almada, Portugal
• Nationality: Portuguese
• Position: Forward / Winger (primarily left wing)
• Current club (as of 2024): AC Milan
• Squad number: 17

Career overview

• Youth career: Started at Amora, then spent time with Sporting CP's academy.
• Professional clubs:
  • Sporting CP B and Sporting CP (Portugal)
  • Moved to Lille OSC (France) in 2018
  • Signed for AC Milan in 2019 and established himself as a key attacking player
• Playing style: Explosive pace, dribbling ability, strong at carrying the ball into attacking areas, creative in one-on-one situations, and versatile across the front line. Known for flair, balance, and capability to cut inside from the left onto his stronger right foot.
• Notable achievements: Key contributor to AC Milan's attack; helped Milan compete at the top of Serie A and in European competitions. Winner of individual awards and recognitions in Serie A for performances (including seasonal top young player/Team of the Year type honors). Also part of Portugal youth and senior national team setups.
• International career: Represented Portugal at youth levels and has been capped by the Portugal senior national team, participating in qualifying matches and international tournaments.

Recent form and notes (general as of 2024)

• Regular starter for AC Milan when fit, influential in attack with goals and assists.
• Occasionally involved in on- and off-field controversies earlier in his career but known to be developing professionally and contributing strongly on the pitch.

The information above summarizes Rafael Leão’s background, position, club career, and playing profile. Club-specific stats (appearances, goals, assists) change season to season and can be provided for a particular season or date range if needed.