The Gunners are pushing hard to sign Raphinha if reports are to be believed. Arsenal will need to strengthen in the wing positions ahead of the new campaign, and the Brazilian would certainly be the ideal acquisition.
However, Arsenal signing the winger could be heavily dependent on the transfer decisions of Chelsea and Barcelona due to the uncertain future of Ousmane Dembele. The Frenchman’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season with Chelsea reportedly interested, which could explain Barcelona’s interest in Raphinha as he would be a direct replacement.
It looked as though Dembele was on his way out of Barcelona, but this no longer seems to be the case with Xavi reportedly desperate to keep him at Camp Nou. This is a major boost for Arsenal in their pursuit of Raphinha.
