Leeds United winger Raphinha is the subject of the most enthralling transfer saga of the summer so far as Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona are all desperate for his signature.
The Brazilian is reported to have agreed personal terms with the La Liga giants months ago, but Barcelona's perilous financial situation has made matching Leeds' £65million valuation particularly difficult. The Catalan giants have been in discussions with Raphinha's agent - former Camp Nou and Chelsea star Deco, for the longest time out of the three clubs.
Arsenal were the first of the trio to actually submit a bid, but it was one that was swiftly rejected by the Elland Road hierarchy after reportedly coming nearly £30m short of the asking price. The saga took another turn on Monday evening when news broke of Chelsea gazumping the Gunners' second offer.
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