But the Rossoneri was beaten by Serie A rivals Fiorentina in the race to sign the Barcelona youngster.
“I am happy that Keirrison has arrived in Serie A,” Leonardo said.
“Not so much because he joins Fiorentina and my team could face him, but because I am strongly convinced of his potential.
“I know that Milan tried to sign him but I have no regrets. I have a strong team.
“I’m just curious to see Keirrison play in Serie A.”
