Liverpool are reportedly still in the mix to sign Leeds United winger Raphinha ahead of the summer transfer window.
The 25-year-old is hot property following a superb first 18 months in England having joined from French Ligue 1 club Rennes.
Barcelona are also believed to be in the hunt, whilst Chelsea were keen before recent complications involving ownership.
That’s according to reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano on Twitter.
Barcelona are interested in Raphinha alongside Premier League clubs, including Liverpool [Chelsea wanted him, now in stand-by]. Barça already discussed about Raphinha with Deco. 🇧🇷 #FCB
No talks yet with Leeds – as price depends on their PL future and potential buy out clauses. https://t.co/iof4IPzMdB
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 14, 2022
Capped on seven occasions by Brazil, Raphinha has been a revelation since arriving in the Premier League.
So far this season the skilful ace – once described as ‘phenomenal’ by Jermaine Beckford – has scored nine times and provided three assists in 27 league appearances.
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Valued at £36million and under contract at Elland Road until 2024 (Transfermarkt), signing the Brazilian would be an expensive move for the Reds.
Predominantly operating from the right-wing, Raphinha would be a viable option to support and perhaps even potentially replace Mohamed Salah in the long term amidst speculation and interest, also from Barcelona.
Albeit there is undoubtedly a significant drop off in goal output, the Leeds star still has room for development and Jurgen Klopp would be the ideal man to oversee it.
