According to a report in Mundo Deportivo (as relayed by TEAMtalk), a Saudi Arabian side is prepared to send a mammoth offer to Barcelona for Tottenham target Raphinha.
The report backs up what has been reported by various sources over the last few weeks by stating that Raphinha is one of the players Barcelona have put on the shop window as they aim to offset their losses.
It is explained that ‘discussions’ have already been held regarding a potential move to Saudi Arabia for the winger.
In fact, it is alleged that one unnamed Saudi Pro League side is willing to spend ‘at least €100m’ (£85m) on the 27-year-old.
Spurs and Newcastle are still looking at Raphinha
The report says that Barca would want to accept such an offer as it will improve their financial situation and allow new boss Hansi Flick some wiggle room to make moves for his targets.
However, it is revealed that as things stand, Raphinha has no intention of moving to the Middle East, with Saudi clubs still trying to get the player to change his mind.
The publication adds that Tottenham and Newcastle are still keeping tabs on the Brazil international but neither club would be willing to match the offers that are expected to arrive from Saudi Arabia.
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Saudi sides will perhaps look to tempt Raphinha with a huge financial offer. However, if the winger does not change his mind and decides to stay in Europe, one would expect quite a few Premier League clubs to test the water with an approach for the former Leeds man.