'A model to me' - AC Milan star Rafael Leao heaps praise on Manchester United ace

AC Milan's star forward Rafael Leao has praised Manchester United's top goalscorer Marcus Rashford in a social media Q&A.

Leao has scored 13 goals and grabbed the same number of assists this season for the Serie A giants. The 23-year-old is preparing for his first Champions League semi-final on Wednesday evening when AC take on Inter Milan at the San Siro.

Ahead of the match, Leao invited questions from his followers and during the exchange he praised Rashford. "Marcus Rashford is a model for me, I like the way he plays," the winger posted.

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"Can be a legend." Rashford has enjoyed plenty of success on the left wing for United this season and has returned to form under Erik ten Hag.

So far the 25-year-old Englishman has scored 29 goals and grabbed 11 assists for the Reds this campaign. Over Christmas, United decided to activate a one-year extension clause in Rashford's contract to keep him tied to the club until 2024.

However, MEN Sport understands United want to extend his stay further than just 2024 and are in the midst of contract discussions. It is widely expected these discussions will last some time as Rashford negotiates terms.

Recently, Luke Shaw and Alejandro Garnacho signed extensions on their deals at Old Trafford.

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