Raphinha

Chelsea's plan to rebuild their attack could see them follow their move for Manchester City's Raheem Sterling by rivalling Arsenal's bid for Leeds's ...

However Arsenal are yet to meet Leeds’s £65m asking price and that could encourage Chelsea to enter the bidding. Tuchel is still monitoring Dembélé, who could leave Barcelona on a free. Tuchel has considered moves for Barcelona’s Ousmane Dembélé and Everton’s Richarlison, whose main interest has come from Tottenham, but the head coach is increasingly focusing his attention on Raphinha.

Chelsea have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Leeds United's Raphinha. That is according to Fabrizio Romano, who says the fee will rise to £65m, with the ...

Barcelona have been Raphinha’s first choice destination throughout the summer, but with their financial troubles continuing to have an impact on how much they can spend, a move to the Premier League, and more specifically Chelsea, is looking increasingly likely. It comes just hours after the Telegraph reported Chelsea were ‘seriously considering’ a bid for Raphinha, with things having seemingly moved quickly today. The Gunners were at the front of the queue last week after submitting the first formal offer, but Chelsea are now clear favourites for his signature.

Chelsea are close to agreeing a £55m deal with Leeds to buy Raphinha, but must convince the Brazilian to snub interest from Arsenal and Barcelona.

Sterling, who has held talks with Tuchel about life at Stamford Bridge, is expected to cost at least £50m. City are expected to receive Chelsea’s opening offer for the England forward this week. Tuchel is still monitoring Dembélé, who could leave Barcelona on a free. The left winger, who has also been a target for Tottenham, is poised to become the second key player to leave Leeds this summer, after Kalvin Phillips, who is joining Manchester City.

Chelsea are reportedly close to agreeing a fee with Leeds United “north of £55m” for Brazilian winger Raphinha.

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Chelsea are reportedly 'giving serious consideration to rivalling Arsenal's bid' to sign Leeds' £65m-rated winger Raphinha.

A Telegraph report on Monday stated that the Blues are looking to strike a deal for both Ake and Sterling. According to The Telegraph, Chelsea ‘are giving serious consideration to rivalling Arsenal’s bid’ to sign the Whites winger. Chelsea have also been pondering a move for Raphinha, as have Tottenham, however, Arsenal are the only side to put an offer on the table and are preparing a second bid after being rebuffed by Leeds.

A transfer bombshell dropped today with news that Chelsea are now favourites to sign mercurial Brazilian winger Raphinha from Leeds United for a fee...

He has the ability to score goals as well as create and progress attacks at a high level in addition to his physical qualities. The primary reason Thomas Tuchel is keen on Raphinha is that he’s keen to add a winger with excellent 1-v-1 ability to beat a man. His style is cutting in on his favoured left foot to score and create.

Thomas Tuchel interested in bringing Dutch centre back Nathan Aké back to the club.

Tuchel is still monitoring Dembélé, who could leave Barcelona on a free. Sterling, who has held talks with Tuchel about life at Stamford Bridge, is expected to cost at least £50m. City are expected to receive Chelsea’s opening offer for the England forward this week. The left-winger, who has also been a target for Tottenham, is poised to become the second key player to leave Leeds this summer, after Kalvin Phillips, who is joining Manchester City.

Arsenal are in for a busy transfer window this summer. The Gunners have already announced the signings of Marquinhos, Fabio Vieira and goalkeeper Matt ...

"I have my mind set on the national team, on the game and also on my vacations. The same report details that Chelsea would be his top pick after Xavi's side over a move to the Emirates, despite Arsenal already submitting a formal offer for the Brazil international. Raphinha has been coy when asked about his future at Elland Road, claiming that it is all up to his agent Deco and the Yorkshire-based club. As per The Athletic, Chelsea are close to agreeing a fee north of £55m with Leeds for Raphinha but the deal isn't done yet. "If there is a deal to be done this summer, they will try to do it. A report from The Athletic on Tuesday night stated that Barcelona remains Raphinha's preferred destination for a move this summer.

The Leeds ace, 25, quickly became one of the most in-demand forwards in world football. Barcelona were long-time admirers, while the London trio of Arsenal, ...

What’s more, the main part of the fee is due to be paid up front and immediately. Mason Mount will have a strong say in the matter too, The Blues will also receive a substantial loan fee. The current options at Chelsea are far from poor ones. Barcelona were long-time admirers, while the London trio of Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea all threw their hat in the ring. Chelsea’s gain will be Arsenal’s loss if the deal does go through.

Chelsea look set to win the race for Leeds United winger Raphinha in a £55million deal after Arsenal's frantic efforts to get the transfer back on track ...

As well as Raphinha and Sterling, Chelsea are in talks with Juventus over Matthijs de Ligt, Man City pair Nathan Ake and Oleksandr Zinchenko are of interest, while Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele is another potential arrival . Raphinha has been at the centre of a three-way tug-of-war in recent weeks, with Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona all keen to sign the Brazil international. Raphinha has two years left on his Leeds contract, but now appears certain to leave the club he joined in a £17m deal from Rennes in October 2020.

Latest Arsenal news takes a closer look at how Emile Smith Rowe could be affected if the Gunners complete a move for Raphinha before the summer transfer ...

In this scenario, Smith Rowe, Odegaard, Saka and Raphinha could all start in a very attacking-minded Arsenal side in certain games. But the Gunners manager did experiment with Smith Rowe as one of two '8's' in central midfield on a couple of occasions last season. "I think Smith Rowe can play in four positions," the Spaniard said after the Gunners failed to sign a striker in the January transfer window closed.

Mikel Arteta could be looking for an alternative to Raphinha as the Brazilian closes in on a move to Chelsea despite the player once being destined for ...

This may be enough to tempt the Gunners who could sign a mercurial talent as a Raphinha alternative. Arsenal have been linked with a move for the player, who Everton are unwilling to sell unless their £60million demand is met. According to The Athletic, Chelsea are close to reaching an agreement with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha and have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race.

CHELSEA have hijacked Arsenal's plans to sign Leeds winger Raphinha this summer.

Chelsea are also closing in on an exciting deal for Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling and could launch another hijack of Tottenham Hotspur's interest in Richarlison. The Blues have stormed Arsenal's interest in Raphinha and look set to beat Barcelona and other suitors to a summer transfer. Chelsea have already met former player Deco over Raphinha's contract and hope to reach an agreement within the next 48 hours, CBS Sports report.

What the papers say: The race to sign Leeds winger Raphinha is heating up with Chelsea overtaking Arsenal and Barcelona.

Raphinha’s hopes of a Barca move were doused somewhat after the LaLiga club’s financial crisis prevented them from matching Leeds’ valuation. In more Chelsea-related gossip, the Daily Mail says the club are also interested in Inter Milan and Slovakia defender Milan Skriniar. The 27-year-old is also reportedly a target for Paris St. Germain, the paper writes. The race to sign Leeds winger Raphinha is heating up with Chelsea overtaking Arsenal and Barcelona. The Blues are close to cinching a £55m deal for the 25-year-old Brazil international, The Guardian reports.

Leeds United may finally be seeing some meaningful movement with Raphinha as Chelsea exploit Barcelona's glacial pace in transfer negotiations.

The longer this goes on, the more of pre-season Raphinha will spend with Leeds and not his new club. Todd Boehly is keen to make a statement in his first transfer window as chairman and has the financial muscle to do so. All three parties, president Joan Laporta, agent Deco and Raphinha wanted the deal to get done, but the fourth party, Leeds, needed cash to oil the wheels.

Mikel Arteta could be looking for an alternative to Raphinha as the Brazilian closes in on a move to Chelsea despite the player once being destined for ...

This may be enough to tempt the Gunners who could sign a mercurial talent as a Raphinha alternative. Arsenal have been linked with a move for the player, who Everton are unwilling to sell unless their £60million demand is met. According to The Athletic, Chelsea are close to reaching an agreement with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha and have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race.

Arsenal are also keen on Brazil forward Raphinha; the Gunners opening bid did not meet Leeds valuation of the player, who has two years left on his contract ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Chelsea's bid has at this point trumped Arsenal, who had an opening bid rejected but are expected to go back in with an improved offer. Chelsea are in talks with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha, with the Blues prepared to pay in excess of £50m to get the deal done.

CHELSEA are thought to be close to agreeing a deal for Leeds star Raphinha.

Joining Lukaku on the list of the biggest Chelsea flops is undoubtedly Christian Pulisic, with the American having failed to live up to his £58m fee. Having seen his game-time diminish under Tuchel, especially in his preferred attacking position, Callum Hudson-Odoi could decide the time is right to depart. Hakim Ziyech has struggled to match the £35million fee that Chelsea paid Ajax for him back in 2020.

Chelsea transfer news: All the latest news and rumours linking Raphinha with a move to Stamford Bridge amid Arsenal and Barcelona interest.

"I have my mind set on the national team, on the game and also on my vacations. As per The Athletic, Chelsea are close to agreeing a fee north of £55m with Leeds for Raphinha, but the deal isn't done yet. With several damning departures to contend with, too, the Chelsea boss is seemingly keen to see his ambitions matched by the club's new owners.

Chelsea are in a mad rush to secure the Raphinha transfer, with the Blues holding talks with his agent on Wednesday and amid claims Arsenal are still keen.

News of Boehly’s urgency is doubly important given claims in the Daily Express that Arsenal are yet to concede defeat. Ultimately, their lack of funds, together with prioritising other positions, has seen their efforts to sign him stall. Furthermore, the 25-year-old has made clear his wish to play in the Champions League. Indeed, he has scored 17 goals and weighed in with 12 assists, meaning he has a goal contribution every 2.3 games for Leeds. That form has, predictably, led to a flurry of interest in his services. As the main man for Leeds, he has lit up the Premier League ever since signing for a bargain £17m from Rennes in 2020.

The race to sign Leeds winger Raphinha is heating up with Chelsea overtaking Arsenal and Barcelona. The Blues are close to cinching a £55m deal for the ...

— The Sun Football ⚽ (@TheSunFootball)June 28, 2022 — The Sun Football ⚽ (@TheSunFootball)June 28, 2022 Raphinha’s hopes of a Barca move were doused somewhat after the LaLiga club’s financial crisis prevented them from matching Leeds’ valuation.

Chelsea are in talks with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha; Brazilian has also attracted interest from Arsenal, Barcelona and Tottenham this summer; ...

Leeds are yet to receive a written offer so it's about going through the technicalities of the deal now and the formalities. "It would represent good business for Leeds. It's not too long since he joined Leeds for £16m but what a servant he has been for them. Indeed, between his first Leeds appearance and his last, Premier League tracking data shows he made over 200 more high-intensity sprints than anyone else in the division. Soon, it seems his penchant for the spectacular will have a new set of supporters off their seats. It's a move that suits him and Leeds were aware that this could happen this summer. We know that Arsenal are interested in him and they had a bid rejected. The bewitching skill, the feints and nutmegs, will live just as long in the memory. A talisman under both Marcelo Bielsa and Jesse Marsch, he was also a nightmarish proposition for opposition defenders. Barcelona are keen, Tottenham as well. "Every time I've watched him, I think, 'I wouldn't like to play against him'," said Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville earlier this year. The stunning strike against West Brom, lifted into the top corner from outside the box. Raphinha gave Leeds supporters plenty of moments to savour.

Chelsea has agreed to sign Raphinha from Leeds United, but how does the Blues' newest summer signing fit into Thomas Tuchel's team?

Are you excited to see Raphinha put on a Chelsea shirt in the near future? Raphinha also adds something special to the Chelsea team with his off the ball work. As things stand, Raphinha has the potential to be adding to be adding 3.67 shots per game. Raphinha is a very similar play to Ziyech in that he prefers to occupy the wide areas and cut in. It is true that the Leeds man played 549 more minutes, however, Mount played with significantly better players. However, Chelsea has serious problems right now and every signing has to play a huge part in resolving those issues.

Phil Egan talks through the possible coming and goings this transfer window. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just ...

Phil Egan talks through the possible coming and goings this transfer window. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours....