Leeds United winger Raphinha has refused to be drawn into discussing his contractual situation at the club amid ongoing speculation surrounding his future.
Raphinha’s agent Deco has reportedly held talks with Victor Orta in recent months over the prospect of him signing a new and improved deal at Elland Road.
The Whites are thought to be keen on offering him a deal reflecting the reputation he has built for both club and country in the last 18 months.
The 25-year-old has been superb for Leeds since his £17 million arrival on deadline day in the summer of 2020.
He netted six goals and provided nine assists in his debut Premier League campaign, and has picked up exactly where he left off this term too – finding the net on eight occasions and laying on a further two for his teammates.
Raphinha has also begun to shine on the international stage, too, since being handed his first cap for Brazil in October.
In seven appearances for the Selecao he has scored three goals and registered two assists, and a place in Tite's World Cup squad appears to be on the cards.
As links with some of Europe’s biggest clubs continue to mount, Leeds are eager to tie him down to a long-term deal.
But in an interview with BBC West Yorkshire Sport, Raphinha remained coy on contract talks, claiming his only current focus is performing well on the pitch.
He said: “I’ve got a contract until 2024. My head is totally here focused on Leeds. As for contractual matters, I leave them to my agent and my Dad.
“I’m just focused on playing football, making Leeds fans happy, scoring goals, providing assists and getting victories for the team.
“The contractual matters are for my agent, my focus is on making people happy with my football and doing as best as I can for Leeds.”
