The Brazilian forward Raphinha has undoubtedly been one of the most important players for FC Barcelona since Hansi Flick’s arrival on the Blaugrana bench. This season, he has seen his importance increase even further, as he is now the spearhead of the team’s attack playing as a center-forward. This new role has taken his game another notch upwards, as he has scored 19 goals in 13 appearances.
Thus Blaugrana fans would be very happy to know that he has now extended his commitment with their club, as [he signed a new contract](https://barcanewsnetwork.com/barcelona-officially-announce-raphinha-contract-renewal-until-2030/), till 2030, on Thursday. As [Mundo Deportivo](https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20261105/1004247561/raphinha-renueva-suena-grande-me-encantaria-terminar-mi-carrera-barca.html) has reported Raphinha also talked to the media after signing this new contract and expressed his pride and happiness on this confidence shown by the club:
**“It is a feeling of great pride for me and my family. Only we know what we have been through behind the scenes. I am very proud of everything I have achieved, both individually and collectively. I hope to have many more years here; if my legs allow me to continue performing at a high level, I would love to end my career at this club. I do everything I can for the club.”**
The Brazilian star also highlighted his main motivation going forward with Barcelona:
**“I want to be remembered for the trophies. My objective is to win as many titles as possible. So far, the numbers are looking good, and hopefully we can keep it that way. There is one trophy in particular, the Champions League, which we are determined to win. We are doing everything possible to achieve that. I want to win every possible title between now and 2030.”**
The forward revealed that he had worked just as hard during his first few seasons with the Blaugrana team, even though his impact was not as notable at that time:
**“I turned my situation around through my personal performances. From the very first day, I have given my best. Perhaps I didn’t achieve the results people expected of me, but I knew what I was capable of. When things aren’t going well, you have to think about the best way to change them. I have always done the same things I am doing now. I have given my life for this, with intensity. I scored goals in my first few seasons. Then I became more confident and more mature.”**
Raphinha also opened up about his adaptation to the number 9 role:
**“I didn’t expect to reach this stage with so many goals. I have changed positions at the club many times, always looking for what is best for my teammates and the coach. I try to adapt quickly. When they told me I would be playing as a number 9, I gave everything to adapt. I knew I could score goals with the quality we have, but the numbers have surprised me a little. Now I believe we can go much further.”**
With this renewal, Raphinha can go ahead without worrying about his future, which has remained in the headlines for the last several summers, and hopefully, he will be fully focused on his performances and helping Barcelona win more trophies this season.