Raphinha's move to either Barcelona or Chelsea remains open as he is unlikely to join Leeds on tour in Australia.
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.
Barcelona and Chelsea have each hotly pursued the 25-year-old, with the latter having seen a £60million bid accepted from the Yorkshire club.
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 Spurs and Arsenal.
Barcelona have been crippled by financial complications in the transfer window so far, slowing down their pursuit of Raphinha, as well as priority transfer target Robert Lewandowski.
The Catalan club are also keen to lure Bernardo Silva away from Manchester City, according to reports.
Leeds are preparing to jet off to Australia to face Brisbane Roar and Aston Villa in a pre-season tour next week, although it is expected Raphinha will be absent from the trip.
Barcelona, who announced the free transfers of Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen this week, have little time to scramble together an improved bid to beat Chelsea to his signature.
The Blues, under the new ownership of Todd Boehly's consortium, plan to bolster Thomas Tuchel's squad with a glut of summer signings in an effort to launch a serious title challenge.
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling is set to become the first recruit of the Boehly-led era in a deal worth in the region of £55m.
JamesAustin
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buy him and put him on bench he is not better that Werner
fourthorty430
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Chelsea everyday
Zeubcikosu
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Always say what you know, did you hear him say that ? He had an agreement with Barca back in March and he doesn’t want to disappoint them that’s why Deco is doing everything to make sure Raphinha go to Barca, if they fail to sign him he will be very happy to play for Chelsea, he’s just waiting to see what happens with Barcelona first, before agreeing terms with Chelsea, so say what you know not just what you heard
don't you know that ralphina asked his agent not to listen to barcelona, his 1st priority is barcelona. He don't want to go any other club.
Melvin55
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if my Darling Chelsea sign this guy I ll never forgive them we need loyal player
He already agreed terms with Barca back in March every one will do what he’s doing, if the deal with Barca fail he will be very very happy to play for Chelsea, fans should not hate this guy for nothing before he even arrives
Melvin55
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yes because he clearly stated that he want play only for fcb, no other club he wanted to go. Chelsea should go for antony from ajax and there are still many player.
Always say what you know, did you hear him say that ? He had an agreement with Barca back in March and he doesn’t want to disappoint them that’s why Deco is doing everything to make sure Raphinha go to Barca, if they fail to sign him he will be very happy to play for Chelsea, he’s just waiting to see what happens with Barcelona first, before agreeing terms with Chelsea, so say what you know not just what you heard
Vowciklmrs
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Chelsea managers should live Rapinha
sihakmnrsz
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they have to that to achieve more anyway
Pelumy20
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Why Barca trying to sign every players and they don’t have the money to pay for them ?🤔🤔
Boccdlnsy
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Yes, chelsea become a small Club chasing Raphinha he doesn't reach even an average player
lazcikmoz
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Why is Chelsea disgracing itself like that? How can a player of his caliber be toying with a big team like Chelsea! The guy has his heart on leaving for Barcelona, leave him and pursue other better players! He's showing too much disrespect towards Chelsea and that is quite nauseating, to say the least😡😡😡
My brother this matter tire me I swear
jehclmosu
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Chelsea had turned itself to a small club in the hand of the new owner and Tuchel
misabcdenp
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Under these poor Americans nothing great is expected at Chelsea
Nonso94
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If Raphinha is so good leed should have not end their season at that position where they narrowly escape religation
One player can do it all , Team work and Team spirit also helps . Psg Have a lot of stars but The Team spirit was weak last season , Man city, Liverpool, Real Madrid play with hunger and team spirit that’s why dey are currently doing good
Nonso94
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If Raphinha is so good leed should have not end their season at that position where they narrowly escape religation
Ronaldo is among the best to ever play the Game but yet he couldn’t help take them out of Europa league , Man U would currently be in the Conference league if WestHam didn’t waste their chance on last day
Nonso94
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I think Dembele is having a change of mind to stay at Barca because he has seen the club isn’t stupid anymore and desperate to keep him , and demanding additional wages after literally being on the sick bed and costing us A champions league final after missing against Liverpool. If Raphinha deal can be done , I’m sure he will accept barca terms . Imagine having Both Dembele and Raphinha on the right wing , and Fati and Ferran Torres on the left . Auba and Lewandoski as striker . Having 2 solid options on every wing is the Goal . Xavi is doing a good job, But funds have been a major setback.
razdimrsu
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Why is Chelsea disgracing itself like that? How can a player of his caliber be toying with a big team like Chelsea! The guy has his heart on leaving for Barcelona, leave him and pursue other better players! He's showing too much disrespect towards Chelsea and that is quite nauseating, to say the least😡😡😡
I concur
Angrybird007
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He could end up like lukaku 🤦♂️
ketdeiloru
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just sign zaha
wioabcnuz
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Why is Chelsea disgracing itself like that? How can a player of his caliber be toying with a big team like Chelsea! The guy has his heart on leaving for Barcelona, leave him and pursue other better players! He's showing too much disrespect towards Chelsea and that is quite nauseating, to say the least😡😡😡
Tisabcmnrz
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If Raphinha is so good leed should have not end their season at that position where they narrowly escape religation
Depacdl
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wiki people
Jaypron2000
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I’ll love to see this in Chelsea
Witbdklpt
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just leave this stupid go to another player
baadnors
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Sterling is overrated we will loose our hoppes on before January if he signs
i feel your pain
diucdrz
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Why this guy is doing frustrating Chelsea
AlexanderMadrid
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I can see this raphinha guy still playing for Leeds next season. Football is like a business place you don't expect your favorite club to sign u Sancho is a Chelsea fan but haven't played for Chelsea and even celebrated very well when he scored against Chelsea. I know Barcelona has history more than Chelsea but as things stands now Chelsea is a bigger club more than Barcelona and he is still waiting to go to Camp Nou with Keke napep ( tricycle)
Poealnotz
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Barcelona is in serious problem, yet they are challenging everyone in the transfer market, hope it won't have more adverse effect on the club, I'm just saying
kieilruyz
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Sterling is overrated we will loose our hoppes on before January if he signs
Luhaclprtu
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Chelsea should pull out the moment Barca pull out n let him play for Leeds for anotheryear
Zeubcikosu
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As a Chelsea fans am shame bro cause it’s clear the player doesn’t wanna com to Chelsea and we still trying 🤦🏿♂️
yes because he clearly stated that he want play only for fcb, no other club he wanted to go. Chelsea should go for antony from ajax and there are still many player.
yoeadeotu
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shame on Chelsea singing player who doesn't want to join. singing by force. what a shame
As a Chelsea fans am shame bro cause it’s clear the player doesn’t wanna com to Chelsea and we still trying 🤦🏿♂️
Zeubcikosu
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shame on Chelsea singing player who doesn't want to join. singing by force. what a shame
Dihdinpu
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Chelsea remain the face of England! welcome raphina, feel at home.
Hesbilmrst
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if my Darling Chelsea sign this guy I ll never forgive them we need loyal player
this guy is loyal af. did you see what he did for his club at the end of the season?
Mabel43
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Meanwhile we Barca fans are proudly waiting for him, he is coming home❤️💙✅
siyaklnot
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Who is this overrated player. Debtlona want to buy players on credit meaning they want to add creditona to detolona which means sinkinglona but me I can't laugh
trg123
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It clearly show Barcelona can not afford this guy
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when barca active second levers then raphinha is barca player 🤫
zikceiopsz
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This guy is overrated !! Saw him plenty time with Leeds, lazy without ball and pass the ball no reason and do silly mistakes.
You are sick. Leeds played counter football so it's not a easy to do correct pass on wings. If you won't believe than go and play🚩😂
SAMSUPER
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This guy is overrated !! Saw him plenty time with Leeds, lazy without ball and pass the ball no reason and do silly mistakes.
JoyNg
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The race for signing raphina continues 😂😂
ezam10
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Raphina your heart desires is Barcelona but imagine right now Barcelona doesn't have money to afford such player like you..the blue is waiting you to join super team
Just wait n see😛
JoyNg
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Meanwhile🔥🔥🔥 The GOAT is working had to avoid any replacement💪🐐😂
vazceiklm
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I don’t want to see Raphinha in Chelsea squad for the up coming season…..
hozacklru
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Raphina your heart desires is Barcelona but imagine right now Barcelona doesn't have money to afford such player like you..the blue is waiting you to join super team
bosnstu
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he's not worth to play for Chelsea
tidaemnopu
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if my Darling Chelsea sign this guy I ll never forgive them we need loyal player
Holuseyi
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It clearly show Barcelona can not afford this guy
FootballBible
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We have Sterling tf. This guy is being overrated!
Zaocdekmop
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raphina you can go what ever but we are blue strong forever
Reoacdeisz
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You mean barca mate