US EditionBarça's Raphinha considered exit for Saudi
- Raphinha stated he considered leaving Barcelona for an offer from Saudi Arabia before Hansi Flick's appointment in 2024, as he told ESPN.
- Flick convinced Raphinha to stay at Barcelona, making him a key player, leading to 34 goals and 26 assists in 57 games while winning multiple titles.
- Raphinha mentioned, 'A lot of people,' indicating outside pressure to leave.
- Raphinha is currently recovering from a thigh injury and may not play against Girona but is expected to be fit for the Clásico on October 26.
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Barcelona striker Raphinha has revealed that he was very close to leaving Camp Nou last summer after receiving a huge offer from Saudi Arabia, but decided to stay after an important conversation with coach Hansi Flick. The Brazilian admitted that he was tempted by the financial aspect of the offer, seeing it as an opportunity to secure his family's future, but the German coach managed to convince him not to leave. "Of course I thought about leav…
Barcelona star Raphinha reveals details on rejecting Saudi Arabian offer: ‘I seriously considered leaving’
Raphinha has established himself as one of Barcelona's best players, leaving behind his difficult start. The Brazilian, however, shared insights into a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia that he chose to decline. After making a significant impact in the Premier League, Raphinha transferred to Barcelona in a blockbuster $67 million deal. Initially met with high expectations, he struggled to find his form during his first two seasons, which fueled …
Spain's champion, winner of the Spanish Cup, the Spanish Supercup, player of the Liga season, fifth at Ballon d'Or 2025, all with 34 goals and 26 assists in 57 matches... Raphinha's 2024-2025 season with FC Barcelona is to be written in the history books. Moreover, the latter is not close to stopping. Last May, the Brazilian extended with the Blaugranas until 2028. However, this year at the top with the Catalan club could have been the last. Arr…
Raphinha revealed in an interview with a Brazilian media who was very close to leaving for Saudi Arabia in the summer of 2024. Barcelona’s attacker was not very happy with Xavi on the team culé and a dizzying offer from the Middle East made him think about it very seriously. Hansi Flick’s arrival changed everything and improved him even as a footballer. “Obviously I thought about getting out; I thought it might be time to leave, but then we talk…
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