Barcelona are understood to be willing to sanction the departure of winger Raphinha at the end of the current season, potentially reopening the door for long-standing interest from Arsenal.
According to football365, the Catalan club’s stance has shifted despite previously viewing the Brazilian as a key figure in their attacking setup.
While Raphinha has remained an important contributor since arriving from Leeds United in 2022, Barcelona’s evolving financial and squad planning considerations are said to have made them more receptive to offers this summer.
ARSENAL, meanwhile, are expected to revisit their pursuit of the 29-year-old as Mikel Arteta continues to look for added depth and elite-level output in wide attacking positions. The Gunners have tracked Raphinha since his Premier League breakthrough at Leeds, with multiple attempts to bring him to north London both before and after his move to Spain.
Raphinha’s form under Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has been strong, with the winger contributing consistently in goals and assists across domestic and European competitions. However, competition for places and periodic injury setbacks have kept his long-term role at Camp Nou under discussion, prompting renewed speculation over a potential exit.
Barcelona’s willingness to consider offers does not necessarily guarantee a sale, but it marks a notable change in tone from previous windows, when the club were firmly resistant to negotiations.
Opinion: Would Raphinha actually be interested in Arsenal now?
From Raphinha’s perspective, a move to Arsenal is not straightforward. On one hand, the Premier League remains a proven and familiar environment for him, and Arsenal offer an ambitious project competing for major trophies under Arteta.
However, the more important factor is stability. Recent reporting consistently suggests Raphinha is settled in Barcelona, highly valued under Flick, and has previously shown a preference to remain at the club despite external interest. Even with *ARSENAL*’s long-term admiration, there is little indication he is actively seeking a move.
That said, if Barcelona genuinely decide to sell and guarantee him a reduced role or reduced status in the squad hierarchy, Arsenal would become one of the few clubs capable of matching both the sporting ambition and financial package required
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