Haru Rafael Leao's Farewell Message To Theo Hernandez Who Will Hijrah To Al Hilal

The togetherness of Rafael Leao and Theo Hernandez at AC Milan is coming to an end (Instagram/@iamrafaeleao93).

JAKARTA - AC Milan player, Rafael Leao, has conveyed a farewell message that is very emotional for his teammate and friend, Theo Hernandez.

This was done by Leao considering Theo is one step away from going closer to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal.

The emotional separation that Leao felt was fairly natural, considering that he and Theo were close friends.

In the team, both have even been part of the Rossoneri revival project since they were both recruited in the 2019 summer transfer market.

However, unfortunately the six years of cooperation that has been established in the team must end soon. The reason is, Theo, whose contract will expire next year, is said to be permanently released to Al Hilal with a dowry of around 25 million euros.

Although Theo's official transfer has not been announced, Leao has already conveyed a message of emotional separation.

Through his personal Instagram account, Leao also conveyed a message as a form of respect for Theo, whom he already considered like a brother.

"My brothers and sisters, my comrades in many battles. We have gone through many moments of joy and sorrow together. It is an honor to share the field with you. I wish you all the best in this new phase."

"I will miss you very much because you are an important person for me. It shouldn't end like this, but life is full of challenges. Good luck on your own journey. As usual, I will continue to support you and us! THEAO," wrote Rafael Leao in a photo caption quoted Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

This separation marks the end of the era of solid cooperation on the left side of Milan, as well as opening a new chapter in Theo Hernandez's career, which will now be part of the massive Al Hilal revolution in the Saudi Pro League.

Meanwhile, for Milan and Leao, the left-back's departure clearly leaves a large space that needs to be filled immediately, both technically and emotionally.