The likelihood of Newcastle signing Raphinha, a former Leeds winger for Barcelona, has increased with Lionel Messi’s impending transfer to Barcelona.
As his contract with Paris Saint-Germain nears its end, Messi’s previous employers are becoming more vocal about their wish to see him return to Camp Nou, where he feels most at home.
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However, La Liga has informed Barca that they must make a €200 million debt reduction in order to participate in the upcoming season. As a result, Barca must find innovative ways to raise the money necessary to re-sign their former talisman.
A wage cut for the entire team has been proposed, and Messi has been offered a substantial portion of the revenue from jersey sales, but player sales will provide Barcelona the quickest financial boost, and Raphinha is now expendable.
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Newcastle expressed interest in Raphinha
This summer, Raphinha, a standout for Barcelona, has caught the attention of Newcastle United, according to Football Insider. Raphinha’s sudden availability has “alerted Newcastle, who are prepared to table a bid for the 26-year-old this summer.”
After moving to Camp Nou for €58 million from Leeds last summer, the Brazil international has started to feel at home. He has nine goals and 10 assists across all competitions, but as a left-footed right winger, he would take up much of Messi’s space.
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Arsenal and Chelsea will compete with the Toon for Raphinha’s services. The Gunners desire more depth in their wide attacking areas, and the Blues even reached the point of discussing terms with the player before he decided to sign with Barca in July.
Newcastle may have a few significant advantages over the clubs in London. Raphinha wouldn’t be a lock to start at Arsenal because Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli have been some of the team’s best players this year.
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The Champions League appears to be way out of Chelsea’s reach, but Eddie Howe’s team is on track to be able to provide Raphinha Champions League competition next season. Having spent more than €600 million on players since Todd Boehly became owner in May, the Blues also have FFP to consider.
