FC Barcelona intends to pip Chelsea FC to the signing of Raphinha, despite Chelsea proposing a much better bid than the Catalan giants.
Raphinha is a hot prospect in the current transfer window but Chelsea FC have emerged as the English side with the most concrete interest in the South American playmaker.
The 25-year-old is also being targeted by FC Barcelona as the Spanish giants look set to sign the Brazilian who is interested in moving to Camp Nou.
According to transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, “Barcelona are really pushing for Raphinha with his father and with Deco. They have an agreement on the player’s side since the end of February. The contract of Raphinha is ready. It’s a five-year deal. But Leeds have still not accepted Barcelona’s proposal. We will see what happens.he said on his ” here-we-go Podcast.
“At the moment, Chelsea are still patient. Let’s see how long it will take for them to complete the negotiation or leave the negotiation. Raphinha is giving priority to Barcelona,” he added.
Raphinha scored 11 times and made three assists in 35 games in the Premier League last season.
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