Barcelona 'submit fresh bid for Chelsea target Raphinha'

Barcelona have reportedly submitted a fresh bid for Leeds United's Raphinha.

The Brazilian has attracted interest from several clubs after scoring 11 goals in 35 Premier League appearances last term, helping Leeds avoid relegation.

Arsenal have been linked with the 25-year-old, while a recent report indicated that Chelsea were close to completing a deal.

However, Barcelona have also maintained an interest in Raphinha throughout the summer, but they have consistently fell short of Leeds' asking price.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, they are still determined to sign the attacker, with the Catalan giants reportedly submitting a fresh bid for Raphinha.

Excl: Barcelona contacted Leeds yesterday night to submit new bid for Raphinha, following talks with Deco. Barça verbal proposal does not fulfill Leeds request, yet. 🚨🇧🇷 #Raphinha

Leeds insist on respecting the agreement with Chelsea for £60m.

It's still open on player side. pic.twitter.com/DqhGbWfmiV

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 30, 2022

The report suggests that the offer is still below Leeds' valuation, while the Yorkshire club are keen to follow through on a £60m deal that has been agreed with Chelsea.

Raphinha is believed to still be considering his next destination, with the Brazil international set to depart Elland Road after scoring 17 goals in 67 appearances for the club.