Chelsea continue to be linked with a move for AC Milan star Rafael Leao, with the January transfer window just around the corner

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Rafael Leao has continued to show his allegiance to AC Milan with a recent message on social media, despite current links with a move toChelsea. The Blues were reported to have made a late move for the 23-year-old on transfer deadline day in the summer, but missed out on landing him.

With the January window around the corner, theres a fresh chance for Chelsea to land the winger to help bolster their squad for the second half of the season. You can see Leaos quality and skills, its obvious, head coachGraham Pottersaid when asked about Leao earlier this season.

But he is part of a strong team. We have to respect that [he is under contract]. The fact he is under contract hasnt stopped potential hints over a move to Stamford Bridge though.

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Leaos public back and forth conversations with Chelsea defenderReece Jameshave hinted at a burgeoning friendship amid the possibility of a deal in the future, while he also caused a stir by following the Blues on their official account on the social media platform TikTok. However, his latest post onInstagramclearly shows his current allegiances.

Posting a photo of himself wearing the AC Milan kit, Leao put the caption: 123 years. with some red and black hearts linked to the colours of the Rossoneri. Its a post celebrating the birthday of the Italian giants, who were founded back in December 1899.

Its a timely reminder to the Blues exactly how the current situation is, with lots of talk surrounding a move to the club while he is still under contract. Work will likely have to be put in before the end of the window to ensure that a deal can get over the line, otherwise attentions will have to turn to the summer.

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