Barcelona and Raphinha are reportedly “very close” to agreeing a new contract that will keep the Brazilian in Catalunya until 2029.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the two parties just have a few minor details to finalise before the extension is signed off and completed.
One of the issues still unresolved is the release clause, although “sources close to the player” insist there will be no problem with this.
Raphinha is set to be handed a pay rise - putting him among Barca’s highest earners - and will sign on until 2029,
The new contract is a reward for a simply stunning season from Raphinha who was tipped to leave last summer.