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·7 November 2021

AC Milan striker Rafael Leao: Ibrahimovic like an older brother

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AC Milan striker Rafael Leao says he's learning every day from senior teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Leao feels his game has gone up a level this year.

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“Zlatan is like an older brother to me," the Portuguese starlet said.

“He knows I can make the difference with the ball at my feet, but he shows me that the most important thing is to be constantly focused.

“Pioli is a point of reference. We are a young team, but he tells us to enjoy our freedom and honour the shirt.

“God has given me the talent, which is rare. However, I must add sacrifices and hard work. You don't play alone in football, I have a talent to cultivate and I've proved that I can make it at Milan.

“Pioli is a point of reference, an exigent coach, while [Paolo] Maldini is an idol who speaks with simplicity to help everybody give their best."

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