Report: Raphinha deal not far away as Leeds give Barcelona ultimatum
Leeds United are not far away from agreeing a deal with Barcelona for Raphinha, with the winger in Spain awaiting the green light to undergo a medical, according to a report from 90min. Raphinha, of course, has looked to be on the brink of leaving Elland Road for much of the window. And, after some drama involving a few Premier League sides, it is Barca who once again look set to secure his signature. Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images Chelsea have agreed a fee. But they are yet to sort personal terms with the 25-year-old. That is largely because Raphinha wants to join Barcelona. The Catalan giants have now verbally agreed to match the Blues’ offer. However, there are still some hurdles to clear. And 90min reports that clubs are wary of agreeing a deal with Barcelona that involves the club paying in several instalments over a number of years. Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Leeds have informed Barcelona that they want a deal agreed before they leave for their pre-season tour to Australia in the coming days. Raphinha meanwhile, is already in Spain just waiting for the go-ahead to undergo a medical. Some supporters may have hoped that the uncertainty may increase the likelihood of Raphinha staying for a little longer. The next best option is that Leeds receive a huge sum as soon as possible from a club outside of the Premier League. Of course, not facing him in the league will be beneficial to Jesse Marsch’s side. Barcelona clearly have work to do to offers terms that Leeds are happy with. But it seems that both sides are expecting an agreement to be reached. Raphinha is an ‘unbelievable‘ player. And Leeds are entitled to let him go to the club who make the best offer. The onus is now on Barcelona to at least match what Chelsea have put on the table and back it up. Have something to tell us about this article?
Raphinha has 'urgency to come up with a solution' over his Leeds future, reveals Jesse Marsch
Leeds are due to play two pre-season games in Australia on July 14 and July 17 However, they could be without Raphinha who wants a quick answer to his future Barcelona and Chelsea are both vying for Brazilian - who wants to join the former Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch has conceded that talisman Raphinha is pushing for a quick resolution to his transfer saga - which could see him omitted from their pre-season tour of Australia. Leeds' preparation for the new campaign has been disrupted by Raphinha's situation - with Barcelona and Chelsea both battling to sign the wantaway winger this summer. ADVERTISEMENT As detailed by Sportsmail, the Brazilian has attracted a lot of attention following his fruitful two-year spell at Elland Road, scoring a crucial goal in Leeds' 2-1 victory against Brentford on the final day of last season to secure Premier League survival. Leeds United could be without wantaway winger Raphinha for their Australia pre-season tour Barcelona and Chelsea have each hotly pursued the 25-year-old, with the latter having seen a £60million bid accepted from the Yorkshire club. Show Player However, Raphinha has made clear his preference to sign for the Spanish giants and will reportedly hold out for a move to the Nou Camp, having already rebuffed interest from Tottenham and Arsenal. Leeds' No 10 didn't play in Thursday's pre-season 4-0 win over Blackpool and speaking post-match Marsch admitted that he could be absent for their upcoming tour Down Under too.
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