Raphinha

A transfer bombshell dropped today with news that Chelsea are now favourites to sign mercurial Brazilian winger Raphinha from Leeds United for a fee...

He has the ability to score goals as well as create and progress attacks at a high level in addition to his physical qualities. The primary reason Thomas Tuchel is keen on Raphinha is that he’s keen to add a winger with excellent 1-v-1 ability to beat a man. His style is cutting in on his favoured left foot to score and create.

There's been another twist in the Raphinha transfer saga with Chelsea expected to seal the signing of the Leeds star ahead of Arsenal, talkSPORT under.

“They’ve now let Kalvin Phillips go for £42million, which I find bizarre, and now let Raphinha go for around £55m. “Leeds were adamant in January when there was that speculation West Ham were interested in Kalvin Phillips and Raphinha and Leeds didn’t want anything under £60m. But these are worrying times for Leeds, who are about to lose Kalvin Phillips to Manchester City, and former Whites defender Danny Mills believes the club should’ve done more when being approached over their two prized assets.

The Blues appear to have acted swiftly in agreeing terms with Leeds, beating their rivals to a transfer fee.

The reporter adds that a move worth £60-to-£65million has been agreed, with add-ons included. And his progression doesn’t seem to be stopping any time soon, with a move to a high-profile club on the cards this summer. That form has seen him become a regular for Brazil, making nine appearances for the national team since making his debut in October of last year.

Chelsea are close to agreeing a £55m deal with Leeds to buy Raphinha, but must convince the Brazilian to snub interest from Arsenal and Barcelona.

Sterling, who has held talks with Tuchel about life at Stamford Bridge, is expected to cost at least £50m. City are expected to receive Chelsea’s opening offer for the England forward this week. Tuchel is still monitoring Dembélé, who could leave Barcelona on a free. The left winger, who has also been a target for Tottenham, is poised to become the second key player to leave Leeds this summer, after Kalvin Phillips, who is joining Manchester City.

The Leeds ace, 25, quickly became one of the most in-demand forwards in world football. Barcelona were long-time admirers, while the London trio of Arsenal, ...

What’s more, the main part of the fee is due to be paid up front and immediately. Mason Mount will have a strong say in the matter too, The Blues will also receive a substantial loan fee. The current options at Chelsea are far from poor ones. Barcelona were long-time admirers, while the London trio of Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea all threw their hat in the ring. Chelsea’s gain will be Arsenal’s loss if the deal does go through.

Chelsea have reportedly on the verge of agreeing a huge fee with Leeds United over a deal to bring Raphinha to Stamford Bridge.

They are reportedly close to agreeing a fee with Leeds described as ‘north of £55m’. However, it seems to be a deal that is progressing rapidly. And while the Gunners narrowly missed out on securing Champions League football, that appears to have done their chances. That appeared to be led by Arsenal amid claims a meeting with Leeds was to be held over the player later this week. Indeed, their priorities lie with the contract renewal of Ousmane Dembele and the blockbuster signing of Robert Lewandowski. However, with just two years left on his deal, Leeds know that this summer represents their best chance to sell.

Chelsea are reportedly close to agreeing a fee with Leeds United “north of £55m” for Brazilian winger Raphinha.

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Chelsea look set to win the race for Leeds United winger Raphinha in a £55million deal after Arsenal's frantic efforts to get the transfer back on track ...

As well as Raphinha and Sterling, Chelsea are in talks with Juventus over Matthijs de Ligt, Man City pair Nathan Ake and Oleksandr Zinchenko are of interest, while Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele is another potential arrival . Raphinha has been at the centre of a three-way tug-of-war in recent weeks, with Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona all keen to sign the Brazil international. Raphinha has two years left on his Leeds contract, but now appears certain to leave the club he joined in a £17m deal from Rennes in October 2020.

The London club, given their financial clout, seem like the most suitable buyer for the Brazilian winger who has generated interest at Barcelona and Arsenal ...

Dutch manager Erik ten Hag is known to have been interested in the Barcelona midfielder owing to their common link with the Ajax Football Club. United have known to make Malacia and De Jong as their priorities for this transfer window. According to reports, Chelsea are now close to nabbing Raphinha from Leeds for close to £55m. The 25-year old Brazilian has been in quite the demand this transfer window with Barcelona and Arsenal among others who have shown interest in him.

Latest Arsenal news takes a closer look at how Emile Smith Rowe could be affected if the Gunners complete a move for Raphinha before the summer transfer ...

In this scenario, Smith Rowe, Odegaard, Saka and Raphinha could all start in a very attacking-minded Arsenal side in certain games. But the Gunners manager did experiment with Smith Rowe as one of two '8's' in central midfield on a couple of occasions last season. "I think Smith Rowe can play in four positions," the Spaniard said after the Gunners failed to sign a striker in the January transfer window closed.

Mikel Arteta could be looking for an alternative to Raphinha as the Brazilian closes in on a move to Chelsea despite the player once being destined for ...

This may be enough to tempt the Gunners who could sign a mercurial talent as a Raphinha alternative. Arsenal have been linked with a move for the player, who Everton are unwilling to sell unless their £60million demand is met. According to The Athletic, Chelsea are close to reaching an agreement with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha and have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race.

Raphinha has left Leeds United superfan and boxing bombshell Ebanie Bridges heartbroken with the Brazilian edging closer to a £55million move to Chelsea ...

- Three ways Chelsea could line up with Raheem Sterling and Raphinha in dream new attack This left the door open for Chelsea to swoop and match Leeds' asking price, which Arsenal had been trying to lower with multiple offers. Chelsea are close to a £55million swoop for the Brazilian after the Blues look to have fended off competition from Arsenal and Barcelona. And Raphinha could become the second key player to leave Leeds this summer with Kalvin Phillips set to swap Leeds for Manchester City.

CHELSEA have hijacked Arsenal's plans to sign Leeds winger Raphinha this summer.

Chelsea are also closing in on an exciting deal for Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling and could launch another hijack of Tottenham Hotspur's interest in Richarlison. The Blues have stormed Arsenal's interest in Raphinha and look set to beat Barcelona and other suitors to a summer transfer. Chelsea have already met former player Deco over Raphinha's contract and hope to reach an agreement within the next 48 hours, CBS Sports report.

Chelsea have kicked off their transfer window by ambitiously splashing £105million on both Raphinha and Raheem Sterling, with Leeds United accepting a ...

And it comes as a much-needed boost to Thomas Tuchel, who has already lost key defenders Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger on free transfers. City will listen to offers despite wanting the 27-year-old to stay. New chairman Todd Boehly is expected to make a move on the two high-profile wingers in the coming days by splashing out.

Arsenal are also keen on Brazil forward Raphinha; the Gunners opening bid did not meet Leeds valuation of the player, who has two years left on his contract ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Chelsea's bid has at this point trumped Arsenal, who had an opening bid rejected but are expected to go back in with an improved offer. Chelsea are in talks with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha, with the Blues prepared to pay in excess of £50m to get the deal done.

Chelsea transfer news: All the latest news and rumours linking Raphinha with a move to Stamford Bridge amid Arsenal and Barcelona interest.

"I have my mind set on the national team, on the game and also on my vacations. As per The Athletic, Chelsea are close to agreeing a fee north of £55m with Leeds for Raphinha, but the deal isn't done yet. With several damning departures to contend with, too, the Chelsea boss is seemingly keen to see his ambitions matched by the club's new owners.

Chelsea is set to sign Brazilian winger Raphinha from Leeds United after agreeing to a £55 million transfer on Tuesday evening.

This means that as long as Boehly’s £55 million (the rest of the fee is expected to be paid in potential add-ons) check doesn’t bounce, the Blues will have officially made their first signing of the window. AC Milan has explored the possibility of signing the Moroccan over the last few weeks following reports that he handed in a transfer request to the reigning FIFA Club World Cup Champions. Second, this likely puts an end to the Blues’ pursuit of Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele. Unless Boehly and Tuchel are willing to add three new wingers to the team, Raphinha and Sterling’s pursuits spell danger for Dembele’s desired move to the Premier League. He’s been a superb talent during the last few seasons at Elland Road, which is a good sign going forward as he looks to continue his Premier League career on the King’s Road. Furthermore, it seems as if Tuchel was determined to bring him to Stamford Bridge, which means Raphinha also becomes the German’s first “real” signing (Lukaku was revealed to be more of a board addition) since taking over as manager in January of 2021. The Blues reached an official agreement with rival Leeds United on Tuesday as Boehly agreed to pay the Whites’ hefty valuation. Supporters have had to sit idly by and watch their rivals strengthen their respective sides with shiny new signings while the Blues twiddled their thumbs. Instead, Boehly turned his focus to solving the season ticket issue, sorting the futures of the board members and selling—or, in this case, loaning out— Romelu Lukaku. As players start returning to Cobham for preseason, the club’s hierarchy (which seemingly consists of Boehly and his jet at this point) has finally hit the ground running.

CHELSEA are thought to be close to agreeing a deal for Leeds star Raphinha.

Joining Lukaku on the list of the biggest Chelsea flops is undoubtedly Christian Pulisic, with the American having failed to live up to his £58m fee. Having seen his game-time diminish under Tuchel, especially in his preferred attacking position, Callum Hudson-Odoi could decide the time is right to depart. Hakim Ziyech has struggled to match the £35million fee that Chelsea paid Ajax for him back in 2020.

Chelsea are in a mad rush to secure the Raphinha transfer, with the Blues holding talks with his agent on Wednesday and amid claims Arsenal are still keen.

News of Boehly’s urgency is doubly important given claims in the Daily Express that Arsenal are yet to concede defeat. Ultimately, their lack of funds, together with prioritising other positions, has seen their efforts to sign him stall. Furthermore, the 25-year-old has made clear his wish to play in the Champions League. Indeed, he has scored 17 goals and weighed in with 12 assists, meaning he has a goal contribution every 2.3 games for Leeds. That form has, predictably, led to a flurry of interest in his services. As the main man for Leeds, he has lit up the Premier League ever since signing for a bargain £17m from Rennes in 2020.

The race to sign Leeds winger Raphinha is heating up with Chelsea overtaking Arsenal and Barcelona. The Blues are close to cinching a £55m deal for the ...

Raphinha’s hopes of a Barca move were doused somewhat after the LaLiga club’s financial crisis prevented them from matching Leeds’ valuation. In more Chelsea-related gossip, the Daily Mail says the club are also interested in Inter Milan and Slovakia defender Milan Skriniar. The 27-year-old is also reportedly a target for Paris St. Germain, the paper writes. The race to sign Leeds winger Raphinha is heating up with Chelsea overtaking Arsenal and Barcelona. The Blues are close to cinching a £55m deal for the 25-year-old Brazil international, The Guardian reports.

Chelsea will secure their first signing of the summer transfer window when they finalise a deal for Leeds winger Raphinha. Raphinha is headed to Stamford ...

Werner has the freedom to run the operations against the back line, and can pair up with the Brazilian new boy nicely in what could become a formidable duo. Timo Werner and Kai Havertz‘ movement is always a threat, while Mason Mount is at his best in a more central position with space to play passes into. Be it injury, suspension or just for the sake of rotation, Raphinha’s unrelenting ability in advanced areas has boosted Chelsea massively in rotating their front line. Starting off strong, this is probably as strong a front four Chelsea could field at the moment. So, with that said, let’s take a look at how Tuchel could work in his exciting new Brazilian winger. And what a signing it could well prove to be.

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Mount had something of an indifferent season, failing to make the impact that made him a nailed-on starter for both Tuchel and Gareth Southgate last season. The Brazilian's arrival has not stopped Chelsea making a play for Man City's Raheem Sterling, and a £55m deal is close to being agreed. Most people had forgotten Kenedy was even a Chelsea player until a rare glimpse of him at the end of last season. This is where Tuchel has almost too many options, and some big name players are set to miss out. Given the paucity of defensive options though, Tuchel may look to strengthen further. The club's long-running pursuit of Sevilla's Jules Kounde remains a strong possibility.

Chelsea are in talks with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha; Brazilian has also attracted interest from Arsenal, Barcelona and Tottenham this summer; ...

Leeds are yet to receive a written offer so it's about going through the technicalities of the deal now and the formalities. "It would represent good business for Leeds. It's not too long since he joined Leeds for £16m but what a servant he has been for them. Indeed, between his first Leeds appearance and his last, Premier League tracking data shows he made over 200 more high-intensity sprints than anyone else in the division. Soon, it seems his penchant for the spectacular will have a new set of supporters off their seats. It's a move that suits him and Leeds were aware that this could happen this summer. We know that Arsenal are interested in him and they had a bid rejected. The bewitching skill, the feints and nutmegs, will live just as long in the memory. A talisman under both Marcelo Bielsa and Jesse Marsch, he was also a nightmarish proposition for opposition defenders. Barcelona are keen, Tottenham as well. "Every time I've watched him, I think, 'I wouldn't like to play against him'," said Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville earlier this year. The stunning strike against West Brom, lifted into the top corner from outside the box. Raphinha gave Leeds supporters plenty of moments to savour.

Chelsea has agreed to sign Raphinha from Leeds United, but how does the Blues' newest summer signing fit into Thomas Tuchel's team?

Are you excited to see Raphinha put on a Chelsea shirt in the near future? Raphinha also adds something special to the Chelsea team with his off the ball work. As things stand, Raphinha has the potential to be adding to be adding 3.67 shots per game. Raphinha is a very similar play to Ziyech in that he prefers to occupy the wide areas and cut in. It is true that the Leeds man played 549 more minutes, however, Mount played with significantly better players. However, Chelsea has serious problems right now and every signing has to play a huge part in resolving those issues.

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"I have my mind set on the national team, on the game and also on my vacations. Arsenal and Barcelona have also been heavily linked with a move for Raphinha, but reports suggest that Chelsea blown the competition away. According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have reached an agreement with Leeds on a £60-65million fee for the 25-year-old.

CHELSEA have already agreed a deal with Leeds for Raphinha but Barcelona are not giving up on the Brazilian just yet...

Leeds are looking to maximise their profits and are still thought to be open to entertaining offers for Raphinha before the transfer is officially signed off. Barca remain hampered by financial difficulties off the field but still, they seem set on finding the cash to fund a move for Raphinha with Ousmane Dembele expected to depart upon the expiry of his contract. CHELSEA have already agreed a deal with Leeds for Raphinha but Barcelona are not giving up on the Brazilian just yet...

The news comes just a day after Fabrizio Romano reported that Chelsea had come to an agreement with the Yorkshire club over a potential move. Meanwhile, Arsenal ...

Whether Barca's interest in Raphinha impacts Chelsea's pursuit of Ousmane Dembele remains to be seen. Now, according to Gerard Romero, Barcelona are very much in the race to sign the 25-year-old. The news comes just a day after Fabrizio Romano reported that Chelsea had come to an agreement with the Yorkshire club over a potential move.

Chelsea will have direct contact with Raphinha's agent, Deco, on Thursday after interest from Barcelona emerged.

The Brazilian was said to be considering personal terms after Leeds United accepted a £55 million offer from Chelsea. It remains to be seen as to who will follow Raphinha to Stamford Bridge, if the Blues can agree personal terms. However, his preference appears to be Barcelona as Raphinha and his agent Deco could look to make a deal to the Camp Nou happen.

Chelsea's hopes of completing a big-money deal for Leeds United winger Raphinha appear to have suffered a major blow after his agent Deco was spotted ...

Chelsea and Leeds have agreed a fee for Raphinha and once personal terms are agreed it’s a done deal Chelsea’s hopes of completing a big-money deal for Leeds United winger Raphinha appear to have suffered a major blow after his agent Deco was spotted meeting with Barcelona officials. Chelsea dealt Raphinha blow as agent of Leeds star spotted meeting with Barcelona despite fee being agreed

Chelsea are discussing personal terms with Raphinha after finalising a transfer agreement with Leeds United - and Fabrizio Romano has described how the 2021 ...

The Brazilian was said to be considering personal terms after Leeds United accepted a £55 million offer from Chelsea. Talks are now ongoing on the player’s side on personal terms and contracts. “Main part of the amount to be paid immediately.

Chelsea have agreed a fee with Leeds but Barcelona are attempting to find a way to get a deal done.

Both Arsenal and Chelsea in particular have shown a willingness this summer to push the boat out for known quantities Gabriel Jesus and Sterling. And of course, Raphinha is not being pursued to usurp the Sakas, Mounts and Dejan Kulusevskis of the big six but rather as competition, perhaps a first reserve rather than a guaranteed starter. After all, there are plenty of similarly performing forwards across Europe, almost all of whom would be available for significantly less than the fee that Leeds in the Premier League can demand for their best player. Raphinha might have been the offensive hub for his side in a way that Ziyech, Martinelli or Sterling were not for theirs (and arguably even Saka and Mount), but he was carrying a heavy burden indeed on a side whose own identity was in flux under Marcelo Bielsa. In other words, he put up his numbers in a climate less than conducive to success. Even though he is a left-footer stationed on the right, he is something of a classic winger, attacking a full back and driving down the touchline. They have been burned by the likes of Pepe and Romelu Lukaku struggling to translate output in other top European leagues to the English game. Since his arrival from Nice in 2020, Raphinha has had occasions where he has lit up the Premier League, from the fizzing low drive with which he opened his account in England to the penalty won and converted in the clutch moments against Brentford that kept Leeds in the Premier League, probably his last contribution for the team. The fly in the ointment for the Catalans is their complete lack of any current means to finance the deal Leeds want. When he is on song, there are few more invigorating players to watch in the English game, with his performances full of feather light touches, an explosive burst to take him past defenders and the deepest of bags with which to humiliate defenders. Joan Laporta is attempting to use financial "levers" to free up cash, selling off shares in the family silver to fulfil his club's prodigious appetite for new signings. At the time of writing, Chelsea remain in the driving seat for Raphinha's services. For the right price, almost anyone is for sale.

Leeds United's Brazilian midfielder Raphinha Dias Belloli applauds supporters on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Leeds United ...

He will get to return to England at one of the biggest clubs in the world and play under Jurgen Klopp. It might be worth paying the fee because he will most likely be part of their midfield for the next 10 years. The Italian club probably won’t want to lose him for free and if he tells them he has no plans to sign a contract extension, they could sell up in order to get a transfer fee for him. He might be 19 years old, but he is one of the leaders in the Dortmund squad. Paper Round’s view: Koulibaly has been rated as one of the most consistent centre-backs in world football for years but has never seriously been linked with a move away from Napoli. This summer could finally be his time. He is wanted by Arsenal too, but Barca and Chelsea are both competing in the Champions League. Chelsea seem like the best move on paper – as long as he can be promised first-team football. Barcelona have been attempting to sell off a percentage of media rights in order to raise €200 million in transfer fees so they can sign Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski this summer.

Arsenal look like they will lose out to Chelsea for Leeds United winger Raphinha, which has drawn inaccurate comparisons to Dusan Vlahovic's failed January ...

However, it is clear there are few or no similarities in this situation to when the club were unable to secure Dusan Vlahovic in January. It will not be a surprise to see the Gunners refocus their attempts in defence and midfield should they miss out on the Brazilian. It might look on the surface that should Arsenal fail to sign Raphinha that comparisons to the hunt for Dusan Vlahovic earlier this year are fair.

Late on Tuesday, it emerged that Barcelona were set to be beaten by Chelsea in the race to sign Leeds United winger, Raphinha. The 25-year-old had been on ...

It is no secret that Deco has close ties with Barça and also acts as a transfer advisor for the club. The Italian journalist has reported that Chelsea have tabled a five-year contract until 2027 for Raphinha, which he is yet to accept. However, Chelsea swiftly submitted a bid in the region of €75 million which the Whites have accepted.

It was reported yesterday Leeds had reached an agreement with Chelsea to sell the Brazilian for nearly €70 million yesterday but personal terms had not been ...

This meeting may have changed things, the reporter says. Barça are ready to hijack the signing and will do everything in their power to sign Raphinha, who is expected to cost a sum upwards of €65 million. The player, however, prioritises a move to the Catalans giants over that to Chelsea. Barcelona took advantage of the situation to meet with Raphinha’s agent Deco today, who was present at the club offices.

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After Arsenal's struggles to oust Chelsea in the race for Raphinha, a return to Youri Tielemans would make sense as the Gunners refocus.

With one of those targets off the table, this could reignite that previous interest to secure the Leicester City player this summer. This brings back the profile of Youri Tielemans. Goal reported that Arsenal had ‘cooled’ their interest with the intent of focusing on other targets first. You would imagine so; I mean if you were looking to add a player like that to the squad.

Chelsea are hopeful of completing a £55 million deal to sign Leeds United star Raphinha despite a late move from FC Barcelona.

Chelsea would be his preference if he is to remain in the Premier League, with the Blues looking to seal the signing. While Raphinha’s preference is widely reported to be Barcelona, it was previously reported that the Brazilian is set to reject both Arsenal and Tottenham in favour of a switch to Stamford Bridge. There was a dramatic twist in the transfer pursuit on Wednesday afternoon, with Barcelona said to be ‘very alive’ in a deal for the Chelsea-linked winger.

Chelsea target Raphinha once opened up on his love for Brazil legend Ronaldinho and how he once hopes to emulate what the tricky Brazilian did.

It feels unreal to hang out with the guy you used to watch on YouTube and the TV. He even watches my games and says that he admires the way I play. "I always wanted to be like Ronaldinho. The things he did, the way he enjoyed every minute on the pitch... I felt he gave everyone a promise when he played: Give me the ball and I will make you smile. For many, he put the "beautiful" in the "beautiful game". "Ronaldinho was born in the community where I grew up, so my dad and uncles knew him. I remember him winning every title at the Camp Nou."

The Brazilian international enjoyed an excellent campaign with the Yorkshire-based club, netting 11 Premier League goals to help his side stave off relegation ...

One of my goals is to go to a club like that with that status one day." However, they could face an uphill battle in the race to sign him, previously admitting that former club Paris Saint-Germain are an option for his net club. Gnabry has just 12 months remaining on his contract at the Allianz Arena and talks for an extension appear to have stalled.