Rafael Leao Picks Ronaldo and Zlatan as His Best Teammates

Portugal star Rafael Leao named Cristiano Ronaldo and Zlatan Ibrahimovic as the best players he has played alongside. The AC Milan winger highlighted their influence, leadership, and quality. Leao shared the dressing room with both legends during his time with the Portugal national team and AC Milan, calling the experience truly inspiring.

With the team gearing up for a crucial summer of international football, Portugal winger Rafael Leao has taken a moment to reflect on the top players he has shared the pitch with. Speaking ahead of La Liga 2024-25 and ongoing international duties, Leao named Cristiano Ronaldo and former Barcelona star Zlatan Ibrahimovic as the two best footballers he has played alongside in his career so far.

Leao, who has developed into a key figure for both Portugal and AC Milan, praised Ronaldo’s legendary status and unmatched work ethic and the two have shared national team duties, and Leao has often spoken about how much he has learned by simply training and playing alongside the five-time Ballon d'Or winner. He also highlighted Zlatan Ibrahimovic, with whom he shared the AC Milan dressing room and Leao credited Ibrahimovic’s leadership and unique personality for helping shape him both on and off the pitch.

The Swedish striker, known for his commanding presence and elite goal-scoring record, made a strong impression on the Portuguese winger. For Leao, being able to play with such icons has been more than a learning experience as it’s been a privilege. As he continues to grow, their influence remains visible in his confidence and attacking flair.