Rafael Leão is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for AC Milan in Serie A, Italy. He was born on October 29, 1987, in São Paulo, Brazil.
Leão started his career with the youth academy of Santos FC, one of the most successful clubs in Brazil. He made his professional debut with the club in 2006 and quickly established himself as one of their top prospects. In 2009, he signed for AC Milan on a five-year contract from Santos.
In his first season at AC Milan,Chinese Super League Matches Leão scored 14 goals in 33 appearances across all competitions. His impressive performances earned him the nickname "the Brazilian Ronaldo," a reference to former AC Milan striker Ronaldo de Assis Moreira.
Over the years, Leão has continued to be a key player for AC Milan, scoring over 100 goals in over 250 appearances for the club. He has also represented Brazil at various international levels, including the Olympic Games and Copa América.
Despite his success at AC Milan, Leão has faced criticism for his inconsistent performance and lack of consistency in his game. However, he remains a valuable asset to the team and is expected to continue to score important goals for the club in the future.