Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly among the clubs monitoring Barcelona forward Raphinha after his outstanding start to the season.
The Brazil international has scored 11 goals and provided three assists in seven appearances, form which has fuelled speculation over interest from several leading clubs.
Raphinha is also said to be seeking a new Barcelona contract that would double his current salary and make him the highest-paid player at the Catalan club.
Journalist Ekrem Konur claims Al Hilal, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United could all offer the 29-year-old higher wages than Barcelona.
“Raphinha has demanded Barcelona double his salary in renewal talks, aiming to become the club’s top earner,” Konur wrote. “Aware Al-Hilal, Liverpool, Arsenal & Man United are ready to offer higher wages.”
Raphinha transfer interest follows remarkable form
Raphinha’s performances have marked a significant rise from his earlier career at Leeds United, where he established himself as an exciting attacking talent. He has now developed into one of the most productive players in world football and is being viewed as a potential Ballon d’Or contender.
Liverpool could see the winger as a possible answer to the attacking output previously supplied by Mohamed Salah on the right flank. Raphinha’s ability to operate on the left could also appeal to Arsenal, who are seen as lacking a consistently prolific scorer and creator in that position.
A move to Manchester United would appear more ambitious given the club’s current struggles, although their ability to attract high-profile signings in difficult periods has been noted. For now, the immediate uncertainty centres on whether Barcelona can meet Raphinha’s wage demands and secure his future.
