Rafael Leão #17

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"Zlatan created Leão," they say as the Portuguese flourished under the Swede’s leadership and protection at Milan, especially the season they won the Scudetto together, in 2021-22. Sadly, though, the Swede’s retirement the following year did not lead to Leão becoming the team’s biggest star. Frustratingly inconsistent he is capable of deciding games on his own and mesmerising fans with his skillful moves but can also disappear for long spells and has twice angered the Milan coach, Max Allegri, with his attitude when substituted. Off the pitch he is continuing his career as the musician WAY 45. "Zlatan laughed when he heard it. He told me to focus on the football," Leão said once.

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