I hope to reach the same objectives Raphinha names 2 ex Barcelona superstars he hopes to emulate 

I hope to reach the same objectives Raphinha names 2 ex Barcelona superstars he hopes to emulate 

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I hope to reach the same objectives - Raphinha names 2 ex-Barcelona superstars he hopes to emulate

Raphinha becomes the latest Brazilian to join Barcelona has said that he'll seek to emulate his compatriots Ronaldinho and Neymar at after sealing a move from . The Blaugrana confirmed on Wednesday that an agreement was reached with the Premier League side for the Brazilian's transfer. Barcelona will initially pay €58 million, with another €10 million in add-ons, for Raphinha, who's expected to sign a five-year deal and will undergo a medical soon. Official and here we go confirmed! Raphinha joins FC Barcelona on apermanent deal, “now dependent on the player passing his medical” - club statement confirms.

Raphinha, in Barcelona today in order to sign the contract until June 2027. Done and sealed.Official and here we go confirmed! Raphinha joins FC Barcelona on apermanent deal, “now dependent on the player passing his medical” - club statement confirms. Raphinha, in Barcelona today in order to sign the contract until June 2027. Done and sealed. The 25-year-old gave his first club interview a few hours after the deal was struck. He said that he would like to replicate his aforementioned compatriots' exploits at the Camp Nou. Speaking to Barca TV, Raphinha said (via ): "I saw Ronaldinho come here and achieve so much and after that Neymar as well. For me as a Brazilian to come here, it’s an honour. I hope to reach the same objectives that those two players achieved.” Both Ronaldinho and Neymar achieved a lot at Barcelona. Ronaldinho joined the club in 2003, and over the next five years, he helped them to five titles, including the 2006 UEFA Champions League, scoring 94 goals in 207 games across competitions. Meanwhile, Neymar arrived in 2013 and enjoyed a four-year spell, striking up a fearsome partnership with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. He helped the Blaugrana to 14 titles, including the 2015-16 continental treble, scoring 105 goals. With Raphinha having such huge objectives in sight, fans will have big expectations from the player. Barcelona love a Brazilian Barcelona love a Brazilian He has never been a prolific scorer like Ronaldinho and Neymar, having struck more than ten goals in a league campaign just twice so far. However, at Barcelona, where the demands will be high, the Brazilian will have to up his game.

Barcelona start their pre-season on a whimper

Barcelona were held to a 1-1 draw by third-division Spanish team Olot on Wednesday in their first pre-season game. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang opened the scoring for the Blaugrana less than half an hour into kickoff. However, Eloi Arimany restored parity for Olot from the penalty spot in first half injury time. Xavi fielded a largely weakened team featuring youngsters, while Franck Kessie made his unofficial club debut. The Spaniard made a series of changes in the game, and but nothing came of them. Barcelona will now fly to the United States to take on Inter Miami on July 19 followed by a mouthwatering El Clasico against Real Madrid four days later. Paul Merson predicts the result of Newcastle vs Chelsea and other EPL GW 16 fixtures! Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found
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