Gonçalo Ramos has completed a move to AC Milan, the club confirmed on Friday, following a breakout performance at the 2026 World Cup. The 25-year-old forward impressed as a substitute in Portugal’s 2-1 victory over Croatia in the round of sixteen, scoring the winning goal in added time.
Ramos has quickly established himself as a potent goalscorer for Portugal, despite limited playing time. In just 187 minutes across two World Cup tournaments, he has scored four goals, giving him a goal ratio of one every 47 minutes – the best in Portugal’s World Cup history, according to Opta. He previously made a significant impact at the 2022 World Cup, scoring a hat-trick against Switzerland in a 6-1 win.
The forward’s path to regular playing time with Portugal was initially blocked by Cristiano Ronaldo, but Ramos has proven his value as a dynamic impact player. He previously played for Benfica and spent time on loan at Paris Saint-Germain, though details of that spell are not extensively reported. His ability to deliver crucial goals off the bench has made him a valuable asset to the national team.
While the financial details of the transfer to AC Milan have not been disclosed, the move represents an opportunity for Ramos to become a key player at a major European club. AC Milan will be looking to bolster their attacking options, and Ramos’s goalscoring record suggests he can contribute significantly. This transfer could provide Ramos with the consistent first-team football needed to further develop his game and cement his place as one of Europe’s rising stars.
