Coach Jorge Jesus wants to reunite with his compatriot Leao, therefore the Saudi champions are reportedly trying to recruit him, according to Portuguese portal OJogo.

The Rossoneri have hinted that they may ask interested parties for the AC Milan forward for €175 million (£149 million/$189 million), which is the release clause. Nevertheless, according to the source, Al-Hilal is expected to make an initial bid of €100 million (£85 million/$108 million), with Antonio, Leao’s father, serving as a mediator between the two parties. Mario Rui, a Portuguese superagent with royal family ties, may also have a significant impact on future discussions with Leao’s entourage.

Other clubs, like Chelsea and PSG, are interested in Leao’s services as well, but AC Milan is unwilling to bargain and has implied that triggering the release clause is necessary for his transfer. While neither club can possibly pull this off, the Saudi Pro League winners may be able to pull it off at this price.

Conversations between all parties involved are finally scheduled to commence soon, and Al-Hilal’s initial bid will be submitted to AC Milan. Ahead of Euro 2024, Leao was named to Portugal’s roster.