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Rafael Leao Chelsea bound after Reece James 'handshake' amid Todd Boehly January transfer bid

Portugal star Rafael Leao has dropped another hint that he could be joining Chelsea in the future amid transfer rumours

Chelsea transfer target Rafael Leao has dropped a potential hint over a switch to Stamford Bridge in the upcoming window with a "handshake" for Reece James. It comes amid plenty of rumours surrounding the Portugal international joining the Blues after missing out on a deal in the summer.

The 23-year-old continues to impress, tallying up 11 goal contributions in Serie A this season as well as one goal in two substitute appearances in the World Cup for Portugal. With his contract dwindling with AC Milan but his stock continuing to rise, it could be an ideal time to land him.

"You can see Leao’s quality and skills, it’s obvious," Chelsea boss Graham Potter said earlier this season when facing the Rossoneri. "But he is part of a strong team. We have to respect that [he is under contract].”