AC Milan defender Leo Duarte has been sold to Istanbul Basaksehir.

Duarte moves to Istanbul Basaksehir in an outright deal.

“AC Milan can confirm that Léonardo Campos Duarte da Silva has joined İstanbul Başakşehir on a permanent basis," the Rossoneri said.

“The Club would like to wish Léo all the best for the future in his personal and professional life."

Duarte spent the last season and a half on loan at the Turkish club, collecting 54 appearances with the club.

Calciomercato.com says the Turks didn't activate their €5.5m option to buy and managed to negotiate a lower fee with Milan.