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Arsenal to make new Raphinha offer after Leeds rejected their opening bid that fell short of their £65m valuation - but the in-demand winger is holding out for a Barcelona move, as Chelsea and Tottenham also monitor situation

Leeds United have rejected Arsenal's opening bid for Raphinha and want £65million for the winger.

Arsenal's opening offer was deemed well short of Leeds' valuation for the 25-year-old but they will return with a revised bid.

The Brazilian has interest from Barcelona, his preferred club, Chelsea and Tottenham, who are also expected to bid this week, but the valuation is prohibitive.

Leeds United forward Raphinha is a major transfer target for many clubs this summer

However, the Leeds star will have to be patient if he wishes to move to the Nou Camp due to financial constraints hanging over the team.