Raphinha could be reportedly be sold after just one season at Barcelona
FC Barcelona will reportedly be forced to sell one of their star performers if they want to re-sign Lionel Messi next season.
Messi has been heavily linked with a return to the Camp Nou as his contract with Paris Saint-Germain is set to expire in June.
However, signing Messi on a free transfer will not be straight forward as they need to offload to help finance a deal for the Seven-time Ballon d’Or winner.
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According to Spanish outlet Fichaje, Barcelona have to consider selling Brazil international Raphinha despite only signing the player before the start of the season..
The Brazilian attacker has registered nine goals and 10 assists across all competition this season but now could be offloaded to help improve the club’s financial situation.
LaLiga have reportedly insisted that Barcelona trim their wage bill or raise around €200million player sales in order to register new players next season.
Spanish publication AS claim that Premier League trio Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United have maintained interest in the 26-year-old after missing out on his services last year.
While reports claim Raphinha could be sold, the player seemingly has the full support of Blaugrana manager Xavi Hernandez.
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