Arsenal are said to be in readiness to offer lucrative transfer fee for Barcelona‘s in-form winger Raphinha. The Brazilian has been doing superbly this season with 12 goals and 10 assists in 17 games and Arsenal sees him as a remedy for their attacks as their wingers haven’t been steady in performance. However, Barcelona might decline this deal since the financial docket is high on him, and he has been very crucial for this side this season. Apparently, Liverpool has been tracking the situation.
What makes it a big shift for Arsenal: In 12 goals and 10 assists at Barcelona this term, Brazilian winger Raphinha has shown different aspects of versatility and effectiveness in the final third. Such inconsistent performances from current attackers like Trossard and Sterling made them seek such a high-stakes pursuit. Barcelona may release him as the club is not doing well economically, though currently, Raphinha’s good form has boosted his price amazingly. Liverpool seems to be targeting as Mohamed Salah replacement as well.
Raphinha to Arsenal
Having some experience in playing across the front line of the pitch, he would prove a proper fit to stabilize Arsenal’s attacking consistencies, especially since Trossard and Sterling have been disappointing because key player performances lately haven’t been at its best.
Football Express Indiana’s financial issues may push them to act on almost any offer, despite Raphinha being an important player for the team. Arsenal were willing to pay the hike at any cost; so, they are serious enough. As for Arsenal, the competition may look pretty tough from the side of Liverpool since they are considering Raphinha as a replacement for outgoing Mohamed Salah. According to IcFootballNews, the Gunners are ready to pay €90 million for the Barcelona winger.
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