Journalist Graeme Bailey has disclosed that a number of Premier League teams, ncluding Arsenal, are expressing a keen interest in making a summer transfer for Barcelona winger Raphinha, including Arsenal.
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Given how uncertain the Brazilian forward’s future at the Nou Camp appears to be, the Gunners are rumored to be admirers of him along with Liverpool and Chelsea.
After a career-best season with Hansi Flick, Raphinha may depart Barcelona.
Interested teams have been informed by intermediaries that he might be available this summer for almost £80 million.
The former Leeds United winger has expressed no intention of leaving Spain but the La Liga leaders are aware that they must extend his contract, which now expires in June 2027.
Bailey claims that agents have told Arsenal that a summer transfer for Raphinha is possible and that the Gunners are closely monitoring the 28-year-old’s status.
In addition to looking for a new wide forward, Mikel Arteta’s team has identified Nico Williams of Athletic Bilbao as one of their top choices, reports Givemesports
Despite the Premier League’s increasing interest, Raphinha has undertaken initial contract negotiations with Barcelona and is still willing to stay.
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