Raphinha: Barcelona to formalise interest in Leeds winger this week

Barcelona are expected to make formal their interest in Leeds winger Raphinha in the coming days.

Raphinha has two years left on his contract at Leeds and is not expected to sign a new deal.

One source has told Sky Sports News Raphinha would like to join Barcelona.

The 25-year-old is represented by Deco - friend and former team-mate of Barcelona boss Xavi.

Leeds fans were in a confident mood after securing their Premier League survival, with one fan joking his side were better than Barcelona, as Raphinha continues to be linked with the Spanish giants

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West Ham were one of a number of Premier League clubs who tried to sign Raphinha in the last transfer window.

Raphinha's departure would come as a blow to the Elland Road club with the winger scoring 11 goals to help to secure Premier League survival.

The joy was palpable at the final whistle last Sunday following the vital 2-1 win at Brentford as the player celebrated in the stands with his girlfriend before covering the length of the pitch on his knees in front of the opposing Brentford fans.

The Brazilian has connected with Leeds supporters since his arrival in 2020 but his ambition to play at the highest level means he could be set for a departure this summer.