Arsenal you have been given the opportunity to sign Barcelona star Raphinha by including Thomas Partey in a partial swap deal, according to a recent Spanish report.
The Gunners have been looking to sign a new right-winger to support Bukayo Saka in the last transfer windows. Mikel ArtetaThe team registered strong interest in signing the South American during the summer of 2022, but the winger ultimately opted to join the Blaugrana from Leeds United in a £50m deal.
Upon joining the Catalan giants, the 27-year-old enjoyed a promising debut campaign in La Liga, helping his team lift the league title last season. But he has found it difficult to play regularly in the first team this season.
According to a recent Spanish report (via The express), Barcelona are looking to sign Arsenal star Thomas Partey, but the Blaugrana cannot afford to spend the money necessary to acquire the Ghanaian's services. The report then claims that Barcelona are willing to include Raphinha in a partial swap deal to secure Partey's signature.
Raphinha to Arsenal
Partey has been struggling with fitness issues of late and the Gunners are reportedly ready to cash in on him if they receive a lucrative bid.
Given that the Gunners have previously expressed interest in signing Raphinha and are reportedly looking to sign a new right winger to support Saka, they could be open to accepting the proposal if Barcelona eventually present it.
Raphinha is a talented player and is a first division tested forward. The South American is fast, strong, technically sound, can dribble past opposing defenders in tight areas, has the efficiency to make excellent crosses from wide areas, has a good eye for scoring goals and also works extremely hard out of possession.
Raphinha is currently 27 years old and at the peak of his career. Therefore, it would be a big coup for Arsenal to strengthen the front line and create competition for Saka, who has found it difficult to show his best in recent weeks, if he is bought.
However, it will be interesting to see if the north London club finally manages to secure the Brazilian's signature during the off-season to bolster their attacking department.
