Former footballer and current agent Deco has disclosed key details surrounding the transfer of Brazilian attacker Raphinha to Barcelona. According to Deco, both Arsenal and Chelsea were keen on signing the player and had proposed significantly higher offers than the Catalan giants.
Deco, who represents Raphinha, stated that it was Jordi Cruyff, a figure associated with Barcelona, who initially inquired about the possibility of Raphinha joining the La Liga club. Deco emphasized that he did not proactively offer Raphinha to Barcelona, suggesting that the club’s interest was independently sparked.
Raphinha, who currently plays as an attacker for Barcelona and hails from Brazil, was at the center of a competitive transfer scenario before his move to Spain. Despite the financial allure from the English Premier League sides, Raphinha ultimately ended up at Barcelona, where he continues to showcase his skills in La Liga.