Exclusive: Barcelona superstar does not want to leave amid Saudi Arabia interest
Exclusive: Barcelona superstar does not want to leave amid Saudi Arabia interest Earlier today, reports emerged suggesting that as many as three clubs from Saudi Arabia were showing an interest in FC Barcelona winger Raphinha . The 29-year-old Brazilian superstar had already rejected a chance to move to the Middle Eastern nation last summer. But clubs from the Saudi Pro League have once again positioned themselves as suitors for the Barcelona captain.
Raphinha not considering an exit However, according to exclusive information obtained by Barça Universal , Raphinha’s entourage has insisted that he will not leave Barcelona in the summer. The Brazilian winger is one of Hansi Flick’s most important players and has been integral to the success that the team has achieved over the past couple of years. Even though injuries have hampered him this term, Raphinha has still managed to rack up a return of 19 goals and eight assists from 31 matches in all competitions.
The 29-year-old signed a new contract with Barça last year, committing to the club until 2028, and he has always maintained that he wishes to remain at the club for the rest of his career. So, as things stand, despite the interest from Saudi Arabia, Raphinha is not considering the possibility of a summer departure from Barcelona. The Blaugrana , for their part, are unlikely to push for a sale either, given the importance Raphinha carries, not only the pitch but also in the dressing room.
Barça do need one or two sales in the summer to balance their books, Raphinha is unlikely to be the one who will be shown the doors.