Tottenham are 'one of two Premier League clubs eyeing Raphinha' amid doubts over former Leeds star's future in Barcelona

By premiernews On Feb 4, 2024

Tottenham have been named as one of two Premier League clubs interested in signing Raphinha from Barcelona.

That is according to Spanish Half Relayamid doubts about the Brazilian's future with the Catalan giants.

Raphinha is linked with a possible return to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty

The appearance of 16-year-old La Masia sensation Lamine Yamal has raised questions about Raphinha's role in the current Barça team and his future at the club.

first Leeds United The star is currently out with an injury and Yamal has seriously impressed in his absence, taking over his role as starting winger.

The teenage star has played the full 90 minutes of BarcelonaHe has played his last three LaLiga games and was hailed by the Spanish press for being one of the best players on the pitch during that period.

This has led to beliefs that he is ready to play a bigger role in the Barcelona team and has raised questions over Raphinha's role.

The Brazilian full-back has 14 goals and 19 assists in 70 games for Barcelona since his transfer from Leeds, but has only scored four times this season.

He is claimed to be keen to stay, having sealed his dream move to Barcelona in July 2022, but the club's precarious financial situation means they may look to cash in on some of their stars.

And Raphinha could be one of them, as reports in Spain claim that many clubs are interested, even in England.

Barcelona are said to have received offers for the 27-year-old last summer, including offers from Newcastle and Chelseabut he stayed still.

Yamal, 16, has dazzled in his great season in the Barcelona first teamCredit: Getty

The youngster's emergence has put Raphinha's role and future at the Camp Nou in doubt.Credit: Getty

Now two other Premier League clubs are reportedly interested and have been in contact with their agents; one of them is Tottenham.

The Spurs were linked with a interest in Raphinha in Novemberwhen it was reported that they were preparing an offer.

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And while they landed other targets in the January transfer window (signing Timo Werner, Radu Dragusin and Swedish wonderkid Lucas Bergvall), it appears they are still keeping an eye on the former Leeds ace.

Raphinha is also linked with several clubs in Saudi Arabia.

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