Rafael Leao has snubbed Aston Villa in favour of a switch to Galatasaray, with the AC Milan winger settling on a move to Turkey despite the Premier League club’s interest, Sky Sports Italia reports.

Villa had been in pole position to land the Portuguese forward and reportedly improved their contract terms in a bid to win the race, but the numbers still fell short of what Leao was asking for.

With wage demands unmet, the winger has now turned his attention fully to Galatasaray, who have emerged as the frontrunners for his signature.

Reports suggest Leao could fly out as early as tomorrow to complete the formalities and put pen to paper on a deal with the Turkish giants.

The development marks a blow for Villa, who had reportedly viewed the 27-year-old as a marquee addition to strengthen their attacking options for the season ahead.

Losing out on wages rather than interest will likely sting more, given how close the club appeared to getting a deal over the line.

Elsewhere, Arsenal have wrapped up the signing of highly-rated teenager Igor Tyjon from Blackburn Rovers in a permanent deal.

The 18-year-old forward, who has attracted admiration from the Gunners’ scouting network for some time, will now continue his development within the club’s Academy ranks.

While one Premier League club missed out on a marquee winger, another has moved quietly to secure a promising young talent, underlining the contrasting approaches clubs are taking to strengthen their squads this window.