The potential transfer of Barcelona forward Raphinha to Liverpool is on the agenda. Reports indicate that English champions Liverpool are interested in the Brazilian player and are prepared to offer approximately 100 million euros for him. The possibility of this transfer has sparked widespread discussions in the football community.
Redaksiya reports that, according to the "Fichajes" portal, Liverpool wants to add Raphinha to their squad in 2026. The Brazilian player has established himself as one of the key players at Barcelona under the management of Hansi Flick. The 28-year-old winger helped his team win a domestic treble last season, becoming one of the world's best players. He also demonstrated high performance this season until he sustained an injury in September.
Liverpool is reportedly considering Raphinha as a replacement for Mohamed Salah, owing to his performances at Barcelona and his Premier League experience. Salah's dip in form and significant offers from Saudi Arabia suggest a potential departure from the team. The Brazilian footballer has experience playing in the Premier League, and his attacking prowess could perfectly fit the project Arne Slot aims to build. Raphinha, however, has repeatedly stated that he sees his long-term future at Barcelona. The winger signed a contract with the club until 2028 earlier this year. Barcelona also views him as a crucial part of their project, especially after the team's performance declined due to his injury. However, a 100 million euro offer could be attractive to the La Liga champions, particularly if they plan to bring in a new forward next summer to replace Robert Lewandowski. Therefore, it will be interesting to see how Barcelona reacts if Liverpool shows interest and makes an offer for Raphinha.