Agent given Barcelona ‘just over’ 48 hours to agree a deal

Seemingly the most interesting saga of the summer so far is where will wanted Leeds star Raphinha end up and today’s rumours from Brazil look like we could get a clearer idea in the coming days.

According to Brazilian journalist, Raisa Simplicio cited by Twiiter account Absolute Chelsea, Raphinha and his agent, Deco have given Barcelona ‘just over’ 48 hours to agree a deal with Leeds United, otherwise they will re-open talks with Chelsea over personal terms.

Today, we got an even clearer picture the Brazilian’s winger lies away from Leeds is that he was left out of their travelling squad for their pre-season tour of Australia.

This clearly indicates all parties want the 25-year-old’s future to be resolved quickly.

It is really a battle between Chelsea and Barcelona for his signature, who prefers a move to the Spanish giants but Chelsea’s official bid is better than Barca’s, who ideally want to pay in instalments.

Let’s see what’s in store. The joys of the transfer window…