Raphinha

The Blues appear to have acted swiftly in agreeing terms with Leeds, beating their rivals to a transfer fee.

The reporter adds that a move worth £60-to-£65million has been agreed, with add-ons included. And his progression doesn’t seem to be stopping any time soon, with a move to a high-profile club on the cards this summer. That form has seen him become a regular for Brazil, making nine appearances for the national team since making his debut in October of last year.

CHELSEA look set to land Raphinha from Leeds ahead of the new Premier League season.

Chelsea are in the market for new forwards after struggling to break down opposition defences at times during the last campaign. Chelsea are reportedly close to agreeing a deal worth more than £55million to land Leeds ace Raphinha ahead of the new season. Raphinha’s stellar displays have captured the attentions of a whole host of top clubs and a transfer battle has been in full flow this summer.

A transfer bombshell dropped today with news that Chelsea are now favourites to sign mercurial Brazilian winger Raphinha from Leeds United for a fee...

He has the ability to score goals as well as create and progress attacks at a high level in addition to his physical qualities. The primary reason Thomas Tuchel is keen on Raphinha is that he’s keen to add a winger with excellent 1-v-1 ability to beat a man. His style is cutting in on his favoured left foot to score and create.

There's been another twist in the Raphinha transfer saga with Chelsea expected to seal the signing of the Leeds star ahead of Arsenal, talkSPORT under.

“They’ve now let Kalvin Phillips go for £42million, which I find bizarre, and now let Raphinha go for around £55m. “Leeds were adamant in January when there was that speculation West Ham were interested in Kalvin Phillips and Raphinha and Leeds didn’t want anything under £60m. But these are worrying times for Leeds, who are about to lose Kalvin Phillips to Manchester City, and former Whites defender Danny Mills believes the club should’ve done more when being approached over their two prized assets.

Chelsea are on the brink of clinching a move for Raphinha after agreeing a £55million deal with Leeds United, and all that is left to agree is personal ...

He was instrumental in helping them avoid relegation from the top flight last season - but remained reluctant to commit himself to a new and improved deal. The 25-year-old has made it clear to Elland Road bosses he wants to join a bigger club that can offer him Champions League football and a better chance of winning trophies. Raphinha had been holding out for a move to Barcelona. But the Spanish giants failed to make a move due to their ongoing financial problems - leaving the door open for Chelsea to steal a march on them, as well as Premier League rivals Arsenal.

Chelsea are close to agreeing a £55m deal with Leeds to buy Raphinha, but must convince the Brazilian to snub interest from Arsenal and Barcelona.

Sterling, who has held talks with Tuchel about life at Stamford Bridge, is expected to cost at least £50m. City are expected to receive Chelsea’s opening offer for the England forward this week. Tuchel is still monitoring Dembélé, who could leave Barcelona on a free. The left winger, who has also been a target for Tottenham, is poised to become the second key player to leave Leeds this summer, after Kalvin Phillips, who is joining Manchester City.

The Leeds ace, 25, quickly became one of the most in-demand forwards in world football. Barcelona were long-time admirers, while the London trio of Arsenal, ...

What’s more, the main part of the fee is due to be paid up front and immediately. Mason Mount will have a strong say in the matter too, The Blues will also receive a substantial loan fee. The current options at Chelsea are far from poor ones. Barcelona were long-time admirers, while the London trio of Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea all threw their hat in the ring. Chelsea’s gain will be Arsenal’s loss if the deal does go through.

Chelsea look set to win the race for Leeds United winger Raphinha in a £55million deal after Arsenal's frantic efforts to get the transfer back on track ...

As well as Raphinha and Sterling, Chelsea are in talks with Juventus over Matthijs de Ligt, Man City pair Nathan Ake and Oleksandr Zinchenko are of interest, while Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele is another potential arrival . Raphinha has been at the centre of a three-way tug-of-war in recent weeks, with Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona all keen to sign the Brazil international. Raphinha has two years left on his Leeds contract, but now appears certain to leave the club he joined in a £17m deal from Rennes in October 2020.

The London club, given their financial clout, seem like the most suitable buyer for the Brazilian winger who has generated interest at Barcelona and Arsenal ...

Dutch manager Erik ten Hag is known to have been interested in the Barcelona midfielder owing to their common link with the Ajax Football Club. United have known to make Malacia and De Jong as their priorities for this transfer window. According to reports, Chelsea are now close to nabbing Raphinha from Leeds for close to £55m. The 25-year old Brazilian has been in quite the demand this transfer window with Barcelona and Arsenal among others who have shown interest in him.

Latest Arsenal news takes a closer look at how Emile Smith Rowe could be affected if the Gunners complete a move for Raphinha before the summer transfer ...

In this scenario, Smith Rowe, Odegaard, Saka and Raphinha could all start in a very attacking-minded Arsenal side in certain games. But the Gunners manager did experiment with Smith Rowe as one of two '8's' in central midfield on a couple of occasions last season. "I think Smith Rowe can play in four positions," the Spaniard said after the Gunners failed to sign a striker in the January transfer window closed.

Mikel Arteta could be looking for an alternative to Raphinha as the Brazilian closes in on a move to Chelsea despite the player once being destined for ...

This may be enough to tempt the Gunners who could sign a mercurial talent as a Raphinha alternative. Arsenal have been linked with a move for the player, who Everton are unwilling to sell unless their £60million demand is met. According to The Athletic, Chelsea are close to reaching an agreement with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha and have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race.

Arsenal are also keen on Brazil forward Raphinha; the Gunners opening bid did not meet Leeds valuation of the player, who has two years left on his contract ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Chelsea's bid has at this point trumped Arsenal, who had an opening bid rejected but are expected to go back in with an improved offer. Chelsea are in talks with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha, with the Blues prepared to pay in excess of £50m to get the deal done.

CHELSEA are thought to be close to agreeing a deal for Leeds star Raphinha.

Joining Lukaku on the list of the biggest Chelsea flops is undoubtedly Christian Pulisic, with the American having failed to live up to his £58m fee. Having seen his game-time diminish under Tuchel, especially in his preferred attacking position, Callum Hudson-Odoi could decide the time is right to depart. Hakim Ziyech has struggled to match the £35million fee that Chelsea paid Ajax for him back in 2020.

Chelsea transfer news: All the latest news and rumours linking Raphinha with a move to Stamford Bridge amid Arsenal and Barcelona interest.

"I have my mind set on the national team, on the game and also on my vacations. As per The Athletic, Chelsea are close to agreeing a fee north of £55m with Leeds for Raphinha, but the deal isn't done yet. With several damning departures to contend with, too, the Chelsea boss is seemingly keen to see his ambitions matched by the club's new owners.

CHELSEA have hijacked Arsenal's plans to sign Leeds winger Raphinha this summer.

Chelsea are also closing in on an exciting deal for Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling and could launch another hijack of Tottenham Hotspur's interest in Richarlison. The Blues have stormed Arsenal's interest in Raphinha and look set to beat Barcelona and other suitors to a summer transfer. Chelsea have already met former player Deco over Raphinha's contract and hope to reach an agreement within the next 48 hours, CBS Sports report.

Chelsea are in a mad rush to secure the Raphinha transfer, with the Blues holding talks with his agent on Wednesday and amid claims Arsenal are still keen.

News of Boehly’s urgency is doubly important given claims in the Daily Express that Arsenal are yet to concede defeat. Ultimately, their lack of funds, together with prioritising other positions, has seen their efforts to sign him stall. Furthermore, the 25-year-old has made clear his wish to play in the Champions League. Indeed, he has scored 17 goals and weighed in with 12 assists, meaning he has a goal contribution every 2.3 games for Leeds. That form has, predictably, led to a flurry of interest in his services. As the main man for Leeds, he has lit up the Premier League ever since signing for a bargain £17m from Rennes in 2020.

Chelsea will secure their first signing of the summer transfer window when they finalise a deal for Leeds winger Raphinha. Raphinha is headed to Stamford ...

Werner has the freedom to run the operations against the back line, and can pair up with the Brazilian new boy nicely in what could become a formidable duo. Timo Werner and Kai Havertz‘ movement is always a threat, while Mason Mount is at his best in a more central position with space to play passes into. Be it injury, suspension or just for the sake of rotation, Raphinha’s unrelenting ability in advanced areas has boosted Chelsea massively in rotating their front line. Starting off strong, this is probably as strong a front four Chelsea could field at the moment. So, with that said, let’s take a look at how Tuchel could work in his exciting new Brazilian winger. And what a signing it could well prove to be.

Chelsea reportedly agreed a transfer fee with Leeds for the transfer of Arsenal target Raphinha this week but the race is not won yet.

The imminent arrival of Jesus in north London will not hurt either. Fellow Selecao member Gabriel Magalhaes has a firm friendship with Raphinha after the pair played together for Brazilian side Avai before making moves to Lille and Rennes, respectively. Three names have already arrived in north London this season in the form of Marquinhos, Fabio Vieira and Matt Turner, with Gabriel Jesus also set to be announced.

Chelsea are in talks with Leeds over a deal for Raphinha; Brazilian has also attracted interest from Arsenal, Barcelona and Tottenham this summer; ...

Leeds are yet to receive a written offer so it's about going through the technicalities of the deal now and the formalities. "It would represent good business for Leeds. It's not too long since he joined Leeds for £16m but what a servant he has been for them. Indeed, between his first Leeds appearance and his last, Premier League tracking data shows he made over 200 more high-intensity sprints than anyone else in the division. Soon, it seems his penchant for the spectacular will have a new set of supporters off their seats. It's a move that suits him and Leeds were aware that this could happen this summer. We know that Arsenal are interested in him and they had a bid rejected. The bewitching skill, the feints and nutmegs, will live just as long in the memory. A talisman under both Marcelo Bielsa and Jesse Marsch, he was also a nightmarish proposition for opposition defenders. Barcelona are keen, Tottenham as well. "Every time I've watched him, I think, 'I wouldn't like to play against him'," said Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville earlier this year. The stunning strike against West Brom, lifted into the top corner from outside the box. Raphinha gave Leeds supporters plenty of moments to savour.

Chelsea has agreed to sign Raphinha from Leeds United, but how does the Blues' newest summer signing fit into Thomas Tuchel's team?

Are you excited to see Raphinha put on a Chelsea shirt in the near future? Raphinha also adds something special to the Chelsea team with his off the ball work. As things stand, Raphinha has the potential to be adding to be adding 3.67 shots per game. Raphinha is a very similar play to Ziyech in that he prefers to occupy the wide areas and cut in. It is true that the Leeds man played 549 more minutes, however, Mount played with significantly better players. However, Chelsea has serious problems right now and every signing has to play a huge part in resolving those issues.

Chelsea are finally doing some business in the summer transfer window, so football.london brings you the latest on the Blues' targets.

Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger have both left the club on free transfers, so Tuchel is on the hunt for two new defenders. Chelsea are finally making moves in the 2022 summer transfer window. Skriniar is on the shortlist of defensive targets for Chelsea and his name was mentioned in a possible swap deal with Inter for Lukaku, but the Italians were not keen on including the defender.

The potential arrival of Raphinha opens up new possibilities for Chelsea to try in the 2022/23 season.

It seems unlikely all three will go, but two leaving would open up space for the slightly forgotten Callum Hudson-Odoi to remerge and compete with Sterling for minutes off the left. Taking out one defender opens up more room for Chelsea's plethora of options to get more minutes. Tuchel did show signs of evolving his 3-4-2-1 formation into a 4-3-3 and 4-2-2-2 during the tricky winter months when options were limited last season.

Raphinha emerged as somewhat as a surprise candidate for Arsenal during this summer transfer window. The Gunners were after signings at striker, ...

Ajax’s Lisandro Martinez can provide quality in both areas, plus defensive midfield too, and it is no surprise he is a priority for the club. This summer, Arsenal again have areas that look to be in more dire need of reinforcement, upgrade and competition than the wide forward role. The arrival of Ben White for £50m in 2021 stands as evidence of this when it seemed central midfield, attacking midfield and right-back were higher up on the list of priorities.

Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Leeds United winger Raphinha and all the details of the proposed transfer have now been revealed.

The German seems to have gotten his man this summer as he looks to challenge at the top of the Premier League ahead of the new season. All that is required now is for the player to agree terms with Chelsea, as it looks increasingly likely that the Brazilian will be the first signing of the Boehly-Clearlake Capital era. The details of the transfer have now been revealed, with Thomas Tuchel getting the first signing of the summer through the door.

The Leeds ace has been in scintillating form since moving to the Premier League two years ago and has been tipped to turn his back on the Whites and embark on a ...

“The key is to basically work with Tuchel to come up with the best players that are available,” a senior Chelsea source told the publication last week. But restrictions have now been lifted and, according to The Telegraph, Blues boss Thomas Tuchel has been handed £200m to sign six players this summer. But, according to TuttoMercatoWeb, the personal terms Chelsea have offered the talented player are higher than all the other offers he has received so far.

Chelsea transfer news: Arsenal look to have fallen behind in the race to sign Raphinha from Leeds United after Blues unleash secret weapon.

"I have my mind set on the national team, on the game and also on my vacations. Arsenal and Barcelona have also been heavily linked with a move for Raphinha, but reports suggest that Chelsea blown the competition away. According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have reached an agreement with Leeds on a £60-65million fee for the 25-year-old.

With Raphinha poised to make his way to west London, elated Blues fans have been eagerly sharing footage online that shows Tuchel and Raphinha talking ...

with Brazil star set for a £60m move to Stamford Bridge after an 11th-hour bid Chelsea fans are celebrating manager Thomas Tuchel over the dramatic capture of Leeds winger Raphinha after footage of the Blues boss and Brazilian talking last year resurfaced online. Footage has resurfaced of Tuchel and Raphinha talking after Chelsea's 3-2 win over Leeds in December

The news comes just a day after Fabrizio Romano reported that Chelsea had come to an agreement with the Yorkshire club over a potential move. Meanwhile, Arsenal ...

Whether Barca's interest in Raphinha impacts Chelsea's pursuit of Ousmane Dembele remains to be seen. Now, according to Gerard Romero, Barcelona are very much in the race to sign the 25-year-old. The news comes just a day after Fabrizio Romano reported that Chelsea had come to an agreement with the Yorkshire club over a potential move.

Chelsea have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Leeds United star Raphinha, as Barcelona are still 'very alive' in the race to sign the Brazilian.

Barcelona are trying to heap the pressure on the transfer with the latest developments, as Chelsea must hurry to wrap up personal terms if they are to sign the Brazilian. It remains to be seen as to whether Raphinha will link up with Tuchel as the Blues look to challenge at the top of the Premier League next season. Chelsea have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Leeds United star Raphinha, as Barcelona are still ‘very alive’ in the race to sign the Brazilian, according to reports in Spain.

CHELSEA have already agreed a deal with Leeds for Raphinha but Barcelona are not giving up on the Brazilian just yet...

Leeds are looking to maximise their profits and are still thought to be open to entertaining offers for Raphinha before the transfer is officially signed off. Barca remain hampered by financial difficulties off the field but still, they seem set on finding the cash to fund a move for Raphinha with Ousmane Dembele expected to depart upon the expiry of his contract. CHELSEA have already agreed a deal with Leeds for Raphinha but Barcelona are not giving up on the Brazilian just yet...

Chelsea have agreed a deal for the signing of Raphinha and with that being said, football.london looks at the three main reasons why the Brazil ...

As mentioned above, Raphinha's return since being in the Premier League – 17 goals and 12 assists in 65 matches – is rather impressive considering his side's struggles. "Thinking about what I do best – my speed and ability with the ball," Raphinha said last year. Right now, the Blues have Hakim Ziyech, who while being tricky with his feet, is not quick at all. So, with that being said, football.london looks at the three main reasons why the Blues are pursuing the Leeds wide man... A bid to Manchester City should be arriving imminently and there is a growing confidence that Chelsea could have their man as early as this weekend as Thomas Tuchel looks to bolster his attack. Despite this, reports from Spain suggest Barcelona are very much still alive in the race to sign the Brazilian.

Chelsea are discussing personal terms with Raphinha after finalising a transfer agreement with Leeds United - and Fabrizio Romano has described how the 2021 ...

The Brazilian was said to be considering personal terms after Leeds United accepted a £55 million offer from Chelsea. Talks are now ongoing on the player’s side on personal terms and contracts. “Main part of the amount to be paid immediately.

Leeds United's Brazilian midfielder Raphinha Dias Belloli applauds supporters on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Leeds United ...

He will get to return to England at one of the biggest clubs in the world and play under Jurgen Klopp. It might be worth paying the fee because he will most likely be part of their midfield for the next 10 years. The Italian club probably won’t want to lose him for free and if he tells them he has no plans to sign a contract extension, they could sell up in order to get a transfer fee for him. He might be 19 years old, but he is one of the leaders in the Dortmund squad. Paper Round’s view: Koulibaly has been rated as one of the most consistent centre-backs in world football for years but has never seriously been linked with a move away from Napoli. This summer could finally be his time. He is wanted by Arsenal too, but Barca and Chelsea are both competing in the Champions League. Chelsea seem like the best move on paper – as long as he can be promised first-team football. Barcelona have been attempting to sell off a percentage of media rights in order to raise €200 million in transfer fees so they can sign Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski this summer.

CHELSEA are fighting Barcelona's 11th-hour attempt to sign Raphinha.Blues owner Todd Boehly looked like he had bagged the Brazil winger after agreei.

The Barcelona winger is out of contract at the Nou Camp at the end of the month and has also been linked with a switch to Bayern Munich and PSG. If Chelsea fail to land Raphinha they could make a swoop to sign Ousmane Dembele. Chelsea fighting Barcelona’s 11th-hour attempt to hijack Leeds star Raphinha after thinking they had bagged Brazilian

It was reported yesterday Leeds had reached an agreement with Chelsea to sell the Brazilian for nearly €70 million yesterday but personal terms had not been ...

This meeting may have changed things, the reporter says. Barça are ready to hijack the signing and will do everything in their power to sign Raphinha, who is expected to cost a sum upwards of €65 million. The player, however, prioritises a move to the Catalans giants over that to Chelsea. Barcelona took advantage of the situation to meet with Raphinha’s agent Deco today, who was present at the club offices.

Late on Tuesday, it emerged that Barcelona were set to be beaten by Chelsea in the race to sign Leeds United winger, Raphinha. The 25-year-old had been on ...

It is no secret that Deco has close ties with Barça and also acts as a transfer advisor for the club. The Italian journalist has reported that Chelsea have tabled a five-year contract until 2027 for Raphinha, which he is yet to accept. However, Chelsea swiftly submitted a bid in the region of €75 million which the Whites have accepted.

While they bagged the third-most goals in the Premier League last season, Chelsea ...

Sterling (RW) - Havertz (CF) - Raphinha (LW) Raphinha (RW) - Havertz (CF) - Sterling (LW) Here's how Thomas Tuchel could set his side out if both Sterling and Raphinha sign on the dotted line.

Chelsea are hopeful of completing a £55 million deal to sign Leeds United star Raphinha despite a late move from FC Barcelona.

Chelsea would be his preference if he is to remain in the Premier League, with the Blues looking to seal the signing. While Raphinha’s preference is widely reported to be Barcelona, it was previously reported that the Brazilian is set to reject both Arsenal and Tottenham in favour of a switch to Stamford Bridge. There was a dramatic twist in the transfer pursuit on Wednesday afternoon, with Barcelona said to be ‘very alive’ in a deal for the Chelsea-linked winger.

After Arsenal's struggles to oust Chelsea in the race for Raphinha, a return to Youri Tielemans would make sense as the Gunners refocus.

With one of those targets off the table, this could reignite that previous interest to secure the Leicester City player this summer. This brings back the profile of Youri Tielemans. Goal reported that Arsenal had ‘cooled’ their interest with the intent of focusing on other targets first. You would imagine so; I mean if you were looking to add a player like that to the squad.

Chelsea target Raphinha once opened up on his love for Brazil legend Ronaldinho and how he once hopes to emulate what the tricky Brazilian did.

It feels unreal to hang out with the guy you used to watch on YouTube and the TV. He even watches my games and says that he admires the way I play. "I always wanted to be like Ronaldinho. The things he did, the way he enjoyed every minute on the pitch... I felt he gave everyone a promise when he played: Give me the ball and I will make you smile. For many, he put the "beautiful" in the "beautiful game". "Ronaldinho was born in the community where I grew up, so my dad and uncles knew him. I remember him winning every title at the Camp Nou."

Plus: Chelsea turn to Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly in their search for a new central defender; Brentford set to win race to sign Keane Potter-Lewis; ...

Aston Villa are pushing forward in their efforts to sign Liverpool defender Joe Gomez this summer Plus: Chelsea turn to Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly in their search for a new central defender; Brentford set to win race to sign Keane Potter-Lewis; West Ham make progress in deal for Arnaut Danjuma; Aston Villa set to step up efforts to sign Liverpool's Joe Gomez Chelsea have turned to Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly in their search for a new central defender

Arsenal are on the verge of announcing Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus as their latest signing after he completed a medical on Tuesday. But Arteta is ...

Saka, Viera, Martin Odegaard, Emile Smith Rowe, Gabriel Martinelli and Nicolas Pepe could all be battling for places across the three positions behind the striker. Jesus and Eddie Nketiah will be the Spaniard's only first-team strikers after Alexandre Lacazette leaves the club on a free transfer on July 1. But now, rather than pushing the 20-year-old star elsewhere, Arteta has the chance to target a more versatile attacker.

The Gunners had been keen to land the Brazil international following his impressive displays in the Premier League. But they will need to turn their attentions ...

Asensio, who has racked-up 29 appearances for Spain, has won three Champions League titles during his time in Madrid. And he would certainly add some much-needed experience to the Arsenal ranks if he did make the move to England. PSV ace Cody Gakpo was in stellar form throughout the last campaign as he bagged an impressive 21 goals and 15 assists in 46 games for his club. According to Transfermarkt, the Frenchman is worth £28.8m. And he could become a star player for Arsenal under the right guidance in north London.