Now comes one for a day why the Manchester United owners, despite having put behind them the worst Premier League season ever, still want to hold on to manager Ruben Amorim. – He has managed to convince them that he is the right man to adopt a completely new style of play, most used further south in Europe.
Brazilian winger Raphinha is in the spotlight of Manchester United, which AS is somewhat condescendingly referred to as one of Europe’s most important clubs.
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Manchester United have put a €150 million bid on the table for Raphinha, FC Barcelona’s biggest star and one of the most crucial players of the season. The sum has surprised the offices at Camp Nou, where they did not expect such a significant offer for the Brazilian winger – whose efforts have been crucial to winning three titles under Hansi Flick.
Manchester United want to sign Raphinha
The English club’s interest shows their willingness to make a big bargain in the transfer window. With Rubén Amorim in charge of the new project, Old Trafford want to restructure their attack and see Raphinha as a player who can make an immediate difference. His previous experience in the Premier League from Leeds United also means that adapting to English football will not be a problem.
While Barcelona will not easily part ways with one of their most influential players – with 34 goals and 25 assists in 57 appearances this season – the financial aspect of the offer forces the club to consider carefully. United’s offer comes at a time when the Catalan club needs financial balance, and the income would be hard to refuse.
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What will Raphinha do?
The player’s attitude remains to be seen. At 28, the Brazilian is at the peak of his career, and while he has shown loyalty to Flick’s project, United’s sporting situation could influence his decision. Barcelona are monitoring the situation closely. The future of the winger is still uncertain, but if the English club’s interest persists, the summer window promises an intense finish.
A little less than a month ago, Barcelona extended Raphinha’s contract and gave him a contract until 2028.
