Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly been in contact with the representatives of Raphinha to discuss a possible move for the Barcelona attacker during this summer's transfer window.
The Brazil international starred for Leeds United between 2020 and 2022, scoring 17 goals and registering 12 assists in 67 appearances for the Whites in all competitions.
A number of clubs were linked with his signature in the summer of 2022 when it became clear that he would be leaving Elland Road, but Barcelona ultimately won the race, bringing him in on a five-year deal.
The 27-year-old has scored 14 goals and registered 19 assists in 70 appearances for Barcelona, including four goals and seven assists in 20 outings during the 2023-24 campaign.
Raphinha has a deal at Camp Nou until June 2027, but there have been suggestions that he could be on the move this summer due to the emergence of Lamine Yamal.
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According to Relevo, Barcelona are open to offers for the South American, and there is still a host of interest from the Premier League due to the forward's strong form at Leeds.
The report claims that two Premier League clubs have been in touch with Raphinha's representatives to discuss a possible move at the end of the campaign, and Tottenham are one of them.
Raphinha is said to be keen to stay, as he is settled from a football and personal point of view, but serious offers 'will be studied' by Barcelona amid their financial issues.
Newcastle United and Chelsea have previously expressed an interest, although it is unclear whether either are considering making a move for him at the end of the campaign.
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Raphinha had been in strong form for Barcelona before picking up a muscular injury at the start of January, and he was again absent against Alaves on Saturday.
The attacker is in the latter stages of his recovery, though, and he is expected to be available for selection before the end of the month.
Barcelona are believed to be determined to sign a new winger this summer, but Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane has allegedly rejected the chance to enter into transfer talks with the club.
Raphinha, who started his professional career with Vitoria Guimaraes, scored 17 goals and registered 12 assists in 65 Premier League appearances for Leeds, and he is also believed to have been on Manchester United's radar two years ago.
