Barcelona look set to lose out to Arsenal in the battle for Leeds United star Raphinha.
La Blaugrana have been linked with a move for the Brazilian international, despite his transfer value remaining over £50m, after Jesse Marsch’s side avoided Premier League relegation.
However, no formal bid has been submitted by the Catalan giants, despite their links with Raphinha’s agent Deco.
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According to reports from Goal.com, the Gunners are not the favourites to sign the former Rennes winger, ahead of the 2022/23 campaign.
Raphinha is frustrated by Barcelona’s indecision over a move and he wants to wrap up a deal before pre-season training begins.
Arsenal are unlikely to pay Leeds’ full asking price of £50m, with a compromise offer of £45m on the table, ahead of the final days of negotiations.
The 25-year-old was the difference between Leeds staying in the top-flight, and dropping into the Championship in 2021/22, with 11 Premier League goals.