Raphinha is close to getting the move he wanted from Leeds to Barcelona after the Catalan club submitted a €58m (£49m) offer that could rise to €68m with add-ons. Leeds are poised to accept the bid and although there could be a delay before Barcelona can register him because of the state of their finances and La Liga’s version of financial fair play, a deal is not considered in doubt.
Chelsea had a £55m offer for the Brazil winger accepted last month and there was also interest from Arsenal but Raphinha had his heart set on Barcelona.
