PSG manager Luis Enrique has set his sights on Barça to cover a possible exit for Kylian Mbappé. At the center of the strategy is Raphinha, Barça's talented Brazilian winger, who has excelled under Hansi Flick in the current 24/25 season. For Raphinha, this opportunity represents a new challenge, but also the dilemma of leaving a club that has been key in his career.
PSG Improves the Initial Offer: a Salary that Triples the Current One
Despite Raphinha's rejection of the first offer, Al-Khelaifi is determined to go through with this negotiation. Sources close to PSG reveal that a second proposal will include a multi-millionaire euro contract, capable of tripling Raphinha's current income at Barça. In addition, they offer him the prominence he has achieved at the Catalonian team. Thus, he would become one of the key pieces in Luis Enrique's strategy.
PSG is not only after Raphinha's signature for the attractive salary, but also for the opportunity to shine in the Champions League. The Parisian club assures that the Brazilian would have a highly leading role. He would be given all the necessary support to become a star. This incentive reinforces the proposal and adds pressure to the player's decision.
Raphinha's Position: Loyalty to Barça or Ambition at PSG?
Raphinha is still under contract with Barça and has been a crucial player in Hansi Flick's team. However, Luis Enrique has shown a strong determination to complete this transfer. The decision is not easy for the Brazilian, who deeply values his time at Barça. He's managed to establish himself as a key figure there. However, Luis Enrique's insistence and the possibility of a high salary are factors that could tip the balance.
Barça's board also plays a relevant role in this story. It considers Raphinha a fundamental piece for its sporting project in the long and short term. The Catalonian club is willing to fight for the Brazilian to remain in the team. Still, they know that competing with the economic power of PSG won't be easy.
As the season progresses, the rumors surrounding Raphinha's future are intensifying. Whether PSG will be able to complete the move will depend on Barça's response and the Brazilian's final decision. Meanwhile, Luis Enrique and Al-Khelaifi are still working on a strategy to carry out the operation, in the hope of having the replacement for Mbappé that they so desperately need.