Everything changed to Raphinha in a few months. Having become undesirable last summer and even announced as an exchange currency to facilitate the arrival of Nico Williams, the 28 -year -old Brazilian has completely changed dimension since the arrival of Hansi Flick on the Barça bench. Associated with the formidable offensive trio with Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal, the winger scored 30 goals and delivered 23 assists in 49 matches with the Catalan club this season.
And while his contract runs until 2027, his future is regularly mentioned. Several sources assure that the Saudi club Al-Hilal is ready to offer 100 million euros to FC Barcelona for the transfer of Raphinha, with a four-year contract for the winger and 50 million euros per season. A real offer that the Blaugrana player confirmed during an interview with TNT SPORTS And to which he responded with great sincerity.
Raphinha was shocked by the salary proposed by al-Hilal
“I was informed of the offer of Saudi Arabia and, honestly, I was very surprised because the figures were very high. If this offer had been made to me last year, I think I would have left. At the time, I was mentally ruined and this offer would have completely changed my life, as well as that of my family. Those who say the opposite lie. It is impossible to see such figures and not to think that they can change your life ”assured Raphinha, who however only thinks of FC Barcelona.
“I think I still have a lot to bring to Europe. I can still contribute to the success of Barça and it gives me the opportunity to continue to represent the national team. This is what made my mind closed to money and opened up to my dreams ”he added. According to SportBarça wishes to extend it, but discussions with the Brazilian winger extend due to two major discord points: duration and salary. But this is not a problem at the moment and the two parties are thinking of finding an agreement to continue the adventure.
