Rafael Leão breaks silence on alleged prostitution ring involvement

Portuguese international Rafael Leão has publicly addressed allegations linking him to an alleged prostitution ring investigation in Italy, denying any wrongdoing and stating he has not committed any crime. The AC Milan forward broke his silence following media reports that connected several Serie A players to an ongoing judicial inquiry.

According to reports from Portuguese outlet cmjornal.pt, Leão spoke out after his name emerged in connection with an investigation into alleged prostitution activities involving footballers in Italy. The player emphasized his innocence, declaring unequivocally that he had not engaged in any illegal conduct.

The allegations appear to stem from a broader investigation that has reportedly implicated players from multiple Serie A clubs, including AC Milan, Inter Milan, and Juventus. Brazilian media outlets such as CBN, UOL, and ESPN Brasil have reported on the scope of the inquiry, which allegedly involves several high-profile athletes.

Leão, who joined AC Milan from Lille in 2019, has established himself as one of the club’s key attacking players. The Portuguese winger, born on June 10, 1999, in Almada, Portugal, has made over 220 appearances for the Rossoneri, scoring 64 goals as of April 2026. He wears the number 10 jersey for the Milanese club and remains a regular selection for the Portugal national team.

His international career includes participation in various youth tournaments, with notable success at the under-17 level where he helped Portugal win the European Championship in 2016. More recently, Leão was part of the Portugal squad that won the UEFA Nations League in 2025, held in Germany.

The player’s representatives have not issued any additional statements beyond Leão’s personal denial. AC Milan has also not released an official comment regarding the allegations as of the latest available information.

Investigations into such matters typically fall under the jurisdiction of Italian judicial authorities, and no formal charges have been publicly announced against Leão or any other player specifically named in the reports. The nature and extent of the alleged network remain under investigation by relevant authorities.

Leão continues to be available for selection by AC Milan manager Stefano Pioli, having featured regularly in the team’s Serie A and UEFA Champions League campaigns throughout the 2025-2026 season. His most recent appearance for the club came in a Serie A match prior to the international break in November 2025.

The Portugal national team is scheduled to resume competitive action in the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures, though Leão’s involvement will depend on selection by head coach Roberto Martínez. No disciplinary actions related to the allegations have been taken against the player by either his club or national team.

As the situation develops, Archysport will continue to monitor for any verified updates from official sources, including statements from judicial authorities, AC Milan, or the Portuguese Football Federation. Until such information becomes available, the player maintains his position of innocence regarding the allegations.

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