Barcelona reject ₦73 billion offer for Raphinha

Barcelona has turned down a lucrative bid for Raphinha, cementing their stance on the player's future. Reports have emerged detailing the latest developments in the Catalan club's transfer saga for the Brazilian winger.

According to reports, Barcelona has rejected a substantial €60 million offer for Raphinha's services, signalling their firm intentions in negotiations.

The bid was reportedly tabled by a Premier League club, yet fell short of Barcelona's valuation for the talented attacker. According to Diario Sport, the La Liga giants have set an €80 million price tag as the starting point for any potential talks regarding Raphinha's departure.

Despite ongoing speculation surrounding Raphinha's future at Barcelona, the situation has been compounded by interest from clubs in the Saudi Pro League. The Brazilian winger, being identified as a expendable asset by the Catalan club, has attracted attention from abroad.

Barcelona's refusal to entertain the €60 million bid suggests a willingness to hold out for a more significant fee, as they aim to bolster their financial position.