According to renowned transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Aston Villa has improved their contract offer to Rafael Leao.

Di Marzio revealed that the coming hours will be crucial for Leao's future. He has bought himself more time to consider his options, with Aston Villa remaining his preferred destination.

Villa has increased their annual salary offer to €7.5 million and now needs to reach a final agreement with both the player and AC Milan.

Meanwhile, Galatasaray continues to monitor the situation, ready to make a late move before Leao makes his final decision.

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