Biography
Rafael Alexandre da Conceição Leão (born 10 June 1999), commonly known as Rafael Leão, is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a left winger.
He has proven his exceptional ability on the pitch as a key player for the prestigious Italian club AC Milan. Rafael Leao has played a vital role in the club’s success and has proudly represented his country as a member of the Portuguese national team.
Portuguese football player
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| Full name: | Rafael Alexandre da Conceição Leão |
| Stage name: | Rafael Leo |
| Born: | June 10, 1999 (age 25) |
| Place of birth: | Almada, Portugal |
| Nationality: | Portuguese |
| Education: | Federal University of Pelotas |
| Height: | 1.88 minutes |
| Parents: | António Leão, Conceicao Leão |
| Siblings: | Jefferson Encada, Paulo Leão, Nadia Leão, Bianca Leão |
| Couple: | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Debora Reis (2022-2023), Francisca Silva (2023) |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | $10 million – $20 million (USD) |
Early life and education
Born on June 10, 1999, in Almada, a city in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area of Portugal, Rafael Leão was fortunate to be raised by two parents. His father, António Leão, is from Angola, while his mother, Conceicao Leão, is from Sao Tome and Principe.
During his childhood, Rafael enjoyed the company of his sisters, Paulo Leão, Nadia Leão and Bianca Leão, as well as his brother, Jefferson Encada, who was also involved in football. Rafael and Cristiano Ronaldo have represented the Portuguese national football team.
Additionally, from 2011 to 2013, Rafael Leão pursued a Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science at Federal University of Pelotas.
Career
Rafael Leão’s professional football journey began at Sporting CP’s youth academy, where he honed his skills before making his club debut in 2018. However, despite showing promise, his time at Sporting CP was fraught with controversy, leading to his departure.
Looking for a fresh start, Leão opted to join Lille OSC in France. Soon after, AC Milan recognised his exceptional talent and signed him in 2019 for a substantial transfer fee of €35 million.
Rafael Leão’s outstanding skills made him an invaluable asset to AC Milan, contributing significantly to their Serie A triumph in 2022, marking their first title in over a decade. In recognition of his exceptional performances, Leão was named Serie A’s Most Valuable Player that season.
In addition to his club career, Leão has represented Portugal in various youth categories before making his senior international debut in 2021. He had the honour of participating in the 2022 FIFA World Cup with Portugal, showcasing his ability on the world stage alongside some of the greatest footballing talents.
On 13 January 2024, Rafael Leão celebrated a milestone by extending his contract, commemorating the achievement by scoring twice against Cerona. However, in the current campaign, he has struggled to find the net, scoring just three goals in the league. This goal drought has raised concerns, with one report highlighting the urgency for him to end this period of low scoring.
Social media
- Instagram: @iamrafaeleao93
- Twitter: @Rafaeleao93
- Facebook: @RafaelLeaoOfficial
Personal life
Rafael Leão, 25, has been romantically linked to Debora Reis, a famous model from Portugal. Their budding relationship became apparent in April 2022 when they were first seen together, and shortly after, they publicly acknowledged their partnership.
Unfortunately, their romance took an unexpected turn when rumors of their breakup spread in June 2023. These speculations became stronger when the couple unfollowed each other on multiple social media platforms. Additionally, the fact that Debora did not send birthday wishes to Leão on his special day in June added credence to the breakup rumors.
Rumors have it that Francisca Silva is Rafael Leão’s new girlfriend and their relationship is said to have started in 2023.
Net worth
Rafael Leão’s current salary at AC Milan is £106,304 a week, which equates to a staggering annual income of around £5.5m. Since his arrival at AC Milan in 2019, the talented player has seen a significant increase in his earnings, with his weekly wage more than tripling during this period.
Thanks to his lucrative salary and potential investments, it is estimated that Rafael Leão’s net worth could range from $10 to $20 million.
