Barça makes a move: Deco meets with Raphinha's agent to discuss his renewal

The issue of Raphinha's renewal with FC Barcelona is already underway. Although the left winger has a contract with the 'Azulgrana' club until June 30, 2027, his great 2024-25 season has motivated Barça to start contacts to extend his link. Currently, the Porto Alegre native has 30 goals and 25 assists in 51 matches, numbers that consolidate him as one of the most decisive players in the team.

Deco has already met with Raphinha's agent

As reported by journalist Carlos Monfort in 'Jijantes', the sporting director of the Catalan team, Deco, has already held a meeting with the player's agent to lay the foundations for his renewal. Negotiations are still in an initial phase, but there is a good predisposition on both sides to advance in the agreement.

It must be remembered that in recent weeks there has been some speculation regarding the future of Raphinha. There was talk of differences between the environment of '11' and the 'culé' club, mainly in two aspects:

1. The salary: Raphinha would like to see his performance reflected with a salary improvement according to his impact on the team.
2. The duration of the contract: Barça proposed a fixed year plus another optional, while the player intends to sign until 2029 with both years guaranteed.

Saudi Arabia is also interested in Raphinha

The interest from Saudi Arabia has also been a relevant factor. It was even rumored that Al-Hilal would be willing to make a great offer for Raphinha in the next incorporation market. The player himself acknowledged in an interview with 'TNT Sports Brasil' that he was tempted by a millionaire proposal:

"I was informed about the offer from Saudi Arabia and, honestly, I was very surprised because the figures were very high. If they had made me this offer last year, I think I would have gone. At that time I was mentally broken and this offer would have completely changed my life, as well as that of my wife and my family," he confessed.

"Anyone who says otherwise is lying. It is impossible to see figures like these and not think that they could completely change your life," he added.

However, 'Rapha' showed that he is only thinking about the sports section currently. "I think I still have a lot to contribute in Europe. I can still contribute a lot to Barça's successes and this gives me the opportunity to continue representing the national team. This has made my mind closed to money and more open to my dreams," he remarked.

Raphinha's renewal with Barça: Possible for the summer

Despite the interest from Saudi Arabia, the current disposition of both parties suggests that the renewal could be specified soon. Yes, everything indicates that the negotiations will resume strongly in the summer market, since at this time both the club and the player are focused on a single objective: that FC Barcelona close the 2024-25 season in the best possible way. With real options to conquer the treble, the performance of offensive references such as Raphinha will be key.