Leeds United have seen Raphinha enjoy a stunning first season in the Premier League – but that means clubs are now interested in signing him.
Snapped up from Rennes in a £17million deadline day, Raphinha immediately got fans excited given that he had shown his pace and skill in France.
Raphinha has arguably exceeded expectations at Elland Road, notching six goals and five assists in just 24 Premier League appearances.
Full backs haven’t been able to cope with Raphinha this season, and The Sun report that Manchester United are keen to sign the Brazilian.
However, they now want to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers ace Pedro Neto, which means Leeds have been given a major boost in their hopes of keeping Raphinha.
Neto has been one of the Premier League’s star wingers alongside Raphinha this season, and with United looking for a right-sided wide man, both appear to be on the radar – but Neto now more of a priority.
The Red Devils would have to pay around £50million for Neto, but that’s the kind of price Leeds should be demanding for Raphinha too.
Selling him to bitter rivals United would have been difficult to justify, and the Whites will now hope the interest in Neto leaves them in the clear over Raphinha.
Victor Orta may even be wise to offer Raphinha new terms this summer to wade off interest, as Leeds must look to build around Raphinha rather than lose him any time soon.
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