Definitely, Raphinha (25) is popular on the transfer market. Author of a great season from a personal point of view (11 goals and 3 offerings in 35 Premier League games), the Brazilian winger is at the heart of a real battle between Arsenal and FC Barcelona during this transfer window. summer 2022. If the Blaugranas have long seemed on pole, the Gunners then seemed to hold the rope in this dossier which is causing a lot of talk across the Channel. But the situation could still change.
A few minutes ago, The Telegraph explained that Chelsea were seriously considering getting involved in the race to enlist the international auriverde (9 caps, 3 goals), who remains under contract with Leeds United until June 2024. Already on the track Raheem Sterling, the Blues would therefore also think in Raphinha to expand the offensive sector of Thomas Tuchel. But the file seems much more advanced.
Chelsea raised € 64M!
According to information from The Athletic, the London team has more than a head start even since an agreement seems very close for the transfer of the former Stade Rennais player. The British media claim that Chelsea are ready to make an offer of 55 million pounds sterling, or almost 64 million euros, to secure the services of the Brazilian.
And on the other side, Leeds United could crack at this price. Therefore, we would have to wait to know the preference of the principal concerned between Arsenal, Chelsea or even Barça. As a result, as it is, Thomas Tuchel’s team could recover Raheem Sterling and therefore Raphinha to bring new blood to the offensive plan next season …
