Barcelona winger Raphinha has become one of the most talked-about names in the current transfer market, drawing significant attention from top Premier League clubs including Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea. The Brazilian international is enjoying a remarkable season and has been instrumental in Barcelona’s ongoing success under the management of Hansi Flick.
Barcelona is currently having a standout campaign, having reached the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League and sitting at the top of the La Liga standings. Much of this success can be attributed to Raphinha’s brilliant performances. The 27-year-old forward has emerged as the club’s most influential player this season, contributing an incredible 30 goals and 23 assists across all competitions—a career-best tally that has significantly boosted his market value.
Due to his outstanding form, several Premier League clubs are now exploring the possibility of bringing Raphinha back to England, where he previously made a name for himself at Leeds United. According to reports from TBR Football, intermediaries have informed Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea that the player could be available in the upcoming summer transfer window. However, any club looking to secure his services would need to pay a hefty transfer fee of around £80 million.
Although Raphinha is still under contract with Barcelona until 2027, the Catalan club is not taking any chances with their star player’s future. Sporting director Deco is currently leading negotiations in an effort to extend Raphinha’s stay at Camp Nou and secure his long-term commitment. The club views him as a vital part of their ongoing project and hopes to ward off interest from abroad.
While clubs from the Saudi Pro League have also shown interest in acquiring the Brazilian winger, sources suggest that Raphinha is not interested in making a move to the Middle East. His focus remains on continuing his success in European football, where he has firmly established himself as one of the continent’s most dynamic attackers.
Given his spectacular performances this season, Raphinha is also being mentioned as a potential Ballon d’Or candidate. If Barcelona goes on to win both the La Liga title and the Champions League, his chances of claiming the prestigious award could significantly increase.
Meanwhile, in addition to monitoring Raphinha, Arsenal and Premier League leaders coached by Arne Slot are also in the hunt for Lille striker Jonathan David, as they aim to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season.
