It appears that Bayern Munich have had a change of heart — and at the worst possible moment for Rafael Leao. According to German outlet Bild, the AC Milan star is far from happy with the Bavarians’ behavior during negotiations over a potential transfer.Reportedly, Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl suddenly halted talks with Leao’s representatives without offering any clear explanation. This unexpected move has caused frustration for the Portuguese forward, who, based on available information, was seriously interested in a switch to the Allianz Arena.Bayern Munich set sights on Portuguese superstarWhile no official reason has been made public, speculation suggests that Bayern pulled out because they decided their money — around 90 millions or more — would be better spent on Nico Williams, who is three years younger. The German club is said to prefer investing in the speedy Spanish winger, who shares a similar profile with Leao but, at 23, is seen as a player yet to hit his peak. Leao, on the other hand, is already in his prime, and doubts have reportedly emerged in Munich over how much room he still has to grow.🚨According to Bild, Leão is angry that Eberl “suddenly stopped the talks and negotiations.” The reason can be switching on Nico Williams! 🔥[ @BILD_Sport per @FT_Redaktion ] pic.twitter.com/cvmRSW3Sc9— Bayern Munich Xtra (@XtraBayern) June 7, 2025 Leao has expressed on multiple occasions that he’s looking for a new challenge and wants to compete at the highest level — he’s in his prime, and Milan can’t offer him Champions League football. Bayern was seen as the perfect destination. Now, however, all signs point to the door in Munich being closed — just as the Milan forward seemed ready to move on.It’s unlikely any club will be willing to pay the minimum 90 millions Milan are asking for their most valuable player next summer — except perhaps the “crazy” money from the Gulf.Nico Williams is Max Eberl’s ‘dream solution’ for the left wing position. The sticking point is Williams’ salary demands, which would make him one of the highest earners in the team. If Bayern decide to go all in for Williams, the main competition will be from Premier League… pic.twitter.com/dWMmoqvneS— Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) June 5, 2025 Bild also notes that Bayern may be risking their relationships with several influential agents due to this handling of the situation. Meanwhile, Leao now appears to be stuck at Milan — and it remains to be seen how appealing the idea will be of leading a team coached next season by Massimiliano Allegri.##NAJAVA_MECA_8967514##
