Raphinha once again proved why he remains a crucial figure in Hansi Flick’s Barcelona as the Brazilian winger delivered a decisive performance in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Athletic

But in a surprise move, Dembele then decided to leave Barca, halfway through the club’s 2023 pre-season tour in the United States, to sign for Paris Saint-Germain for his €50million (£43.6m/$58.9m at the current rates) release clause. It was Raphinha’s moment to shine. Again, however, he faced an early obstacle.

While Raphinha was lighting up the field whenever he played, fans felt that he was not getting the recognition he deserved. That has now changed with the Brazillian forward getting the LaLiga Player of the Year 2024/25 award.

Barcelona could hardly have asked for a more convincing start to their Spanish Super Cup campaign, and Hansi Flick made no effort to hide his satisfaction after his side crushed Athletic Club 5-0 in

Following a week of speculation, the focus has shifted to Raphinha, who has emerged as a prime target for Al Hilal. The club is in search of a high-profile replacement for Neymar, who has left a significant void.

Brazilian winger Raphinha has admitted that he considered leaving FC Barcelona after last year’s Copa América.

VILLARREAL: Barcelona wingers Raphinha and Lamine Yamal guided the Catalan giants four points clear at the top of La Liga with a 2-0 win at 10-man Villarreal on Sunday. Brazil int

Al Hilal are lining up a £100 million ($135.1 million) offer for Bruno Fernandes this January. If Manchester United were to accept this bid, which is eminently more likely after Ruben Amorim’s exit, the club captain would surpass Cristiano Ronaldo as United’s most expensive sale of all time. (Source: Indykaila)