The Yorkshire Evening Post claim that Raphinha’s attitude has ‘not changed’ amid the rumours that the Leeds superstar could be on the verge of joining Barcelona this summer. He is set to return to training this week.
Raphinha, 25, is being strongly linked with a move to the Nou Camp this summer. It is believed that while Raphinha does not have a release clause if Leeds stay up, he does have a bargain £25million clause if Leeds go down.
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With Barcelona icon Deco his agent, a move to Barcelona is said to appeal to Raphinha – with some reports even claiming that he has agreed to join the La Liga outfit. However, Barcelona are some way off in agreeing a fee.
Amid the reports, the player in question has been isolating after a positive test before the 3-2 win over Wolves. But he is back in training and Graham Smyth has shared details regarding the Brazilian’s attitude amid the noise.
“His attitude towards training has not changed during the speculation over his future and the club believe he is fully engaged in the relegation fight with eight huge games remaining,” YEP reporter Smyth claims.
Smyth on Raphinha: Leeds need Brazilian to remain focused
While Raphinha will be licking his lips at a tantalising move to Barcelona in the summer – or another big club in the Champions League, Leeds need him right now. He owes much to Leeds, who gave him the stage to earn a move.
Now, he needs to repay the Yorkshire club in the remaining eight Premier League matches. He needs to show Barcelona why he deserves a move, but also thank Leeds for his time at the club by keeping them in the division.
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