Raphinha leaving FC Barcelona?
Arsenal is reportedly considering making a significant bid for Barcelona winger Raphinha, who has been linked with a return to England since leaving Leeds United. Arsenal is willing to offer €90 million for the Brazilian; however, Barcelona is not inclined to sell Raphinha for less than €100 million.
Raphinha, the skilled Brazilian forward from Barcelona, is experiencing a remarkable season, attracting interest from multiple clubs in Saudi Arabia. These clubs are said to be preparing an ambitious offer to acquire his services in the forthcoming summer transfer window. Barcelona is cognizant of the financial allure from Saudi Arabia, which may present a challenge in retaining Raphinha at the club. Nevertheless, it has been reported by Raphinha's entourage that he is completely focused on the team and on achieving both collective and personal goals.
Raphinha contemplated departing Barcelona during the summer as he lost his starting position to Lamine Yamal. Additionally, he faced external pressures from fans, former players, and reportedly some board members who were eager to use his transfer to finance a move for Athletic Club's standout winger, Nico Williams. Raphinha indicated that the idea of leaving had occurred to him, particularly after dealing with injuries and receiving a red card in the opening match of the season against Getafe.
Fabrizio Romano revealed that Raphinha received an offer from an unnamed Saudi club to triple his current wage at Barcelona. Despite the lucrative proposal, Raphinha decided to stay at Barcelona, expressing his desire to remain focused and committed to his current club under coach Hansi Flick.
Clubs from the Saudi Pro League have also expressed interest in Raphinha, potentially increasing the pressure in negotiations.
Raphinha was considered for possible exits from FC Barcelona this summer if an interesting offer arrived. However, he has become a key part of Hansi Flick's project at the club.
Several clubs in Saudi Arabia are interested in acquiring Raphinha, a key player for Barcelona. Despite his impressive start to the 2024/25 season, Barcelona has set a high price of 80 million euros to discourage potential buyers. The club is not willing to let him go easily, as his contributions are vital to their attack.
Raphinha was long rumored to be leaving Barcelona this summer, with interest from clubs in the Saudi Pro League. However, he never accepted any proposals, indicating behind the scenes that he was happy at Barcelona and wanted to settle there for the long term.
Raphinha was mentioned in numerous discussions as a potential sale to generate Fair Play for Barcelona in the past market. However, he stayed for two reasons: his desire to succeed at Barcelona and Flick's wish to have him in his squad. His performance has been exceptional, and he has become one of the captains, significantly boosting his self-esteem. Despite facing heavy criticism and contemplating leaving, the arrival of Flick changed everything, finding a position where Raphinha feels comfortable and free to move.
Barcelona was ready to sell Raphinha in this transfer window, especially after a 100 million euro offer from Saudi Arabia was mentioned. The winger of the Catalan club rejected the move, even though he was reportedly offered a sum that he could only dream of in European football. By selling Raphinha, Barcelona intended to ease their difficult financial situation, but the Brazilian, who is under contract until the summer of 2027, did not want to swap La Liga and European football for a lower level, even at the price of 100 million euros, which was the offer for signing a four-year contract.
Raphinha admitted that he 'thought about' leaving Barcelona amid a 'complicated' period before he was linked to Manchester United.
Raphinha admitted that during his initial months at Barcelona, he considered leaving the club due to difficulties adapting. He mentioned that he received many offers but ultimately decided that staying at Barcelona was the best option for him.
There were ambitions to see Raphinha move to Saudi Arabia. However, considering his current form and the club's ambitions, it would have been a shame to see him leave at 27 years old, especially when aiming to be a starter for the Brazilian national team.
Barcelona are willing to offer Raphinha as a makeweight in a deal to sign Rafael Leao from AC Milan.
Both Raphinha and Gundogan have no intention to accept big money offers from Saudi Arabia, even though Barcelona would welcome an exit for both to fund other transfer business. (Mundo Deportivo - Spain)
A club from Saudi Arabia has offered Barcelona 65 million euros for Raphinha. Barcelona is considering the offer.
Barcelona has received an offer worth 65 million euros from Saudi Arabia for Raphinha. The club is open to his departure.
Raphinha is a potential candidate for sale.
A club from Saudi Arabia made an offer of 65 million EUR for Raphinha. Despite the significant offer, Raphinha has not shown interest in leaving FC Barcelona two summers after joining from Leeds United.
Raphinha might be pushed out of FC Barcelona to make room for new signings and comply with La Liga's financial fair play.
Barcelona is looking to sell Raphinha, but no teams are willing to meet his wage demands.
Potential candidate for sale to raise necessary funds.
The Catalan club would consider offers as long as they are beneficial for all parties.
The player has received important offers to play in Saudi Arabia, but he is not interested in leaving.
Barcelona is considering selling Raphinha to recover their investment. Raphinha has had approaches from various clubs, especially from the Premier League and Arabia, but he has not responded to these approaches and intends to stay at Barcelona. He has a contract with Barcelona until June 2027.
Raphinha is unlikely to ever be worth 100 million in his career.
Raphinha is targeted by a club from Saudi Arabia, reportedly Al-Hilal, which is willing to pay 65 million euros for the Brazilian winger. Al-Hilal has shown interest in Barcelona's forward in the past.
Potential transfer of Raphinha could provide significant economic injection to the club.
An offer has arrived at FC Barcelona's offices from Saudi Arabia for Raphinha, estimated at 65 million euros.
Brazilian star Raphinha has been consistently linked with a move away from Barcelona, and a move back to the Premier League could now be on the cards this summer. His importance to Barca has diminished recently, with the emergence of talented youngster Lamine Yamal pushing Raphinha down the pecking order.
Barcelona considered selling Raphinha, who could bring in more than 50 million euros. However, Raphinha does not want to leave the club.
Raphinha is frequently mentioned as a player the club wants to sell to raise funds for new signings. His price has decreased, and an offer of 50 million euros would be sufficient for Barcelona to agree to the sale.
Barcelona is ready to sell Raphinha if an offer of around 60 million euros comes in. Clubs from Saudi Arabia have shown interest. The amount is needed by Barcelona to ease their financial situation, and they believe that the impressive performances of the still 16-year-old Lamine Yamal should not be hindered by taking away playing time from him.
Barcelona is considering transferring Raphinha, who has interest from Premier League clubs.
FC Barcelona might sell Raphinha to an 'exotic destination' to make room in the offensive sector.
Al-Hilal has shown strong interest in signing Raphinha. Despite Raphinha's reluctance to leave Barcelona, Al-Hilal's coach, Jorge Jesus, has contacted the player's representatives to make a compelling offer. Barcelona has already rejected an 80M€ bid from Al-Hilal, and a new offer of 90M€ is expected.
Al-Hilal, managed by Jorge Jesus, is showing strong interest in acquiring Raphinha. Despite Raphinha's desire to stay in Barcelona, Al-Hilal is determined to sign him and has communicated with both FC Barcelona and the player's entourage. Al-Hilal is prepared to offer a substantial salary increase to Raphinha.
FC Barcelona would only consider letting Raphinha go for a minimum of 90 million. This amount would more than cover the Brazilian's transfer fee, which cost Barça 57 million fixed, plus 8 in variables, in the summer of 2022.
Raphinha will not be retained despite his desire to stay.
Raphinha has revealed he thought about quitting football recently due to personal and professional problems. Barcelona's desire to bring in another winger has put his future at the club in doubt.
Raphinha is another name who could be offered to the Pro League, though sporting director Deco is not expected to force him out.
The Barça would give its green light without hesitation, but the player is apparently not very keen to leave Catalonia.
Raphinha is also being courted by Saudi Arabia.
Hansi Flick wants to keep Raphinha at Barcelona this summer but club officials are yet to decide on his future, with teams from Saudi Arabia keen to get a deal done.
One of the biggest clubs in Saudi Arabia is ready to pay up to €100m (£85m) to sign Barcelona winger Raphinha.
Raphinha could leave Barcelona.
Raphinha could leave Barcelona as he is interesting to other clubs.
Raphinha, who has performed fairly well for Barcelona since making the €60 million move from Leeds two seasons ago, may be sold to fund the move for Luis Diaz.
Barcelona is reportedly willing to part with Raphinha to fund a move for Luis Diaz. Raphinha has performed fairly well for Barcelona since making the €60 million move from Leeds two seasons ago, registering 20 goals and 23 assists in all competitions.
Raphinha, only signed in 2022, is another who could be let go for the greater good.
FC Barcelona's management could decide to part ways with Raphinha, who was an important player for coach Xavi Hernandez.
Raphinha is expected to leave FC Barcelone. He has been seen taking photos in the stadium with his family, which seemed to be a farewell. His potential new club and country are not mentioned in the article.
Agent Jorge Mendes has offered Barcelona winger Raphinha to a number of clubs across Saudi Arabia.
Even Raphinha is regularly cited for a departure even though he has managed to raise his level in recent months.
FC Barcelona might sell Raphinha to achieve financial balance.
Raphinha may not be retained this summer. The club is looking for a player who is more capable of unbalancing in one-on-one situations. FC Barcelona asks for 80 million euros to release Raphinha. The player and his entourage have stated that he has no intention of leaving next summer. An offer from the Premier League could condition this state of mind as English clubs are the only ones who can meet Barça's financial requirements in Europe.
Raphinha could also fly to other skies, especially since his rating on the English market remains untamed.
The future of Raphinha is not resolved because Barcelona does not rule out selling him.
Raphinha is another player who could be pushed out the door in case of a good offer. He is coveted in England and in Saudi Arabia.
Raphinha is another player who could be pushed out the door in case of a good offer. He is coveted in England and in Saudi Arabia.
A club from Premier League has offered 60 million euros for Raphinha. However, this offer was refused by FC Barcelona. The club estimates the player's value at 80 million euros and is not ready to let him go for a lower price.
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