Leeds United winger Raphinha will be a man in demand this summer, and there are mixed signals emerging about his future at Elland Road.
Ever since arriving from Rennes for £17million in 2020, Raphinha has been something of a magician for Leeds.
With every trick in the bag and a wand of a left foot, Raphinha has become a favourite at Elland Road.
14 goals and 11 assists in 53 games for Leeds is an impressive record too, making himself vital for Marcelo Bielsa’s side.
There was major surprise when Raphinha was substituted at half-time against Everton last weekend, especially with questions over his future.
Football London report that Chelsea fancy signing Raphinha this summer, whilst West Ham United made a shock January bid.
Add in that agent Deco has admitted that Liverpool like Raphinha and Leeds may find themselves fending off January bids.
Still contracted to Leeds until 2024, Raphinha won’t be sold on the cheap any time soon but Leeds won’t want him heading into the last 12 to 18 months of his deal.
Goal Brasil now claim that Leeds have made two contract offers to Raphinha, but he has yet to even give them an answer.
It’s stated that Raphinha wants to stay in England but join a top team – Chelsea or Liverpool would certainly fit that bill.
However, the Yorkshire Evening Post report that talks with Raphinha are ‘in a positive place’ and the Whites remain confident of striking a new deal.
That second report is much more encouraging for Leeds fans, but until that deal is done, there will be major fear about an exit.
With Chelsea and Liverpool hovering, Raphinha’s contract may be the biggest storyline surrounding Leeds ahead of the summer window.
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