Arsenal are ready to make an 'astronomical' offer to sign Barcelona star Raphinha this summer, according to Fichajes.
The Gunners have had a remarkable campaign so far this season, sitting top of the Premier League and Champions League, while they have also reached the Carabao Cup final, where they will face Man City, and they are still in the FA Cup too.
But Mikel Arteta's side want to ensure their good performances and results continue into the next campaign too, and Brazil star Raphinha has already been identified as a prime target for the north London giants.
Arsenal Ready 'Astronomical' Raphinha Bid
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Raphinha, who has been described as 'the best player in the world', is one of the most important players at Barcelona, with Hansi Flick deploying him all over his attack in recent years.
But the Brazil international, who turned 29 in December, is on massive wages at the Camp Nou and their current financial situation means that they would be forced to listen to any important offers for his signature in order to balance the books.
That has attracted the attention of Arsenal, who have a long-standing interest in the forward from his Leeds days, and they are ready to make an 'astronomical' offer to convince him to make the switch back to the Premier League, and convince Barcelona to let him leave.
However, Raphinha is not interested in a move away from Barcelona, and is even under consideration to become captain of the side next year.
Barcelona are also not interested in a sale unless it's an offer they can't refuse, as they deem the Brazil star to be irreplaceable and a fundamental part of the system that the manager has implemented since his arrival.
Raphinha Could Make Arsenal Invincible
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Raphinha would argue that his best position is on the right-wing, cutting in on his phenomenal left foot to create danger for the opposition. However, his best performances have come from the left for Barcelona, with Lamine Yamal operating on the opposite flank.
Arsenal would be able to offer him the same role, with Bukayo Saka on the right, and Raphinha would replace current options Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard on that side, while providing a huge upgrade in the process.
The signing of Raphinha would be a major statement from Arsenal that they are prepared to take over Europe and world football, and it could be the type of deal that makes them invincible on the pitch.
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