After weeks of difficult discussions between Leeds United and Barcelona, with the Catalans fending off interest from other clubs in the Brazilian striker, a deal to bring Raphinha to the Camp Nou was finally reached....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
They even thought at one point that the sale would not go through since they had such little room for error up until they pulled the first economic lever.
Raphinha was formally introduced as a Barcelona player last week on the field at the Ciudad Deportiva Joan Gamper.
However, neither of the two statements made by the club made any reference to specific individuals, such as the addition of Robert Lewandowski.
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However, because it is doubtful that the agreement’s add-on terms would be met, Barcelona will benefit.
The main stipulation is that Leeds will get a large portion of the 12 million euros if Barcelona is successful in winning the Champions League.
However, even if all other goals are achieved, Xavi Hernandez’s team may not be able to significantly increase the price if they are unable to win Europe’s top award.
Following several weeks of back and forth, the trade has been completed to the satisfaction of both clubs.
Raphinha demonstrated his talent in his debut game for Barcelona by scoring a goal and dishing out two assists against Inter Miami.
