Former Leeds United winger Raphinha has opened up on the reasons behind why he held off the advances of Chelsea in favour of a move to Barcelona in the summer. The Brazilian was in the centre of a huge transfer battle during the window but was intent on sealing a switch to the Camp Nou.
Arsenal were the first side to make an official bid for him, but it was Chelsea who jumped in to agree a deal with Leeds. Raphinha, though, was in no hurry to move to Stamford Bridge and sat tight until Barcelona were able to do the same.
That did not come without its difficulties with it taking well over two weeks for Barcelona to submit an offer that met Leeds’ asking price. But Raphinha’s patience was rewarded and he eventually sealed his move in mid-July.
