His contract expires next summer and the Champions League winners would rather let him go rather than lose him for nothing. Announced soon after midnight on Tuesday, the transfer came just a few hours after Pereira signed from Porto on a season-long loan with an option to buy. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Rafinha has been linked with a move to Leeds United, Subscribe to Daily Star and Daily Star On Sunday newspapers, Georginio Wijnaldum agent close to agreeing terms for Liverpool star to join Barcelona, Liverpool to strengthen with two transfers this summer after confirming three signings, Man Utd broke transfer protocol to unveil deadline day signing, Man Utd had a busy deadline day with French youngster Willy Kambwala amongst those snapped up - and the Red Devils broke their transfer protocol for youth players, Arsenal take advantage of Mesut Ozil contract clause and are saving millions, Mesut Ozil has not been included in a single Arsenal matchday squad by Mikel Arteta this season having failed to feature in any matches for the Gunners since March, 15 athletes who modelled for Playboy from Olympic superstars to WWE wrestlers, Some of the world's most stunning sportswomen have graced the pages of the iconic magazine - and why not after all that hard work honing their perfect physiques, England fans demand Jordan Pickford axe after latest howler against Denmark, Jordan Pickford produced another howler in England's Nations League clash with Denmark at Wembley, meaning Three Lions fans are calling for Gareth Southgate to drop the goalkeeper, Man Utd could sack Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following Paul Pogba Real Madrid comments, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer may be replaced at Manchester United by Mauricio Pochettino after Paul Pogba's very public comments regarding a huge transfer to Real Madrid, Gary Neville outlines his biggest worries for England ahead of Euro 2021 next summer, England manager Gareth Southgate's has to address the "individual errors" made by his defence and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford ahead of Euro 2021, says Gary Neville, Lucas Torreira's dad aims dig at Mikel Arteta after securing Arsenal exit, Lucas Torreira’s dad Ricardo said the midfielder’s passion “did not count” for Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and suggested he could only return if ‘there is a coach at Arsenal who loves him’, Why Chelsea star Reece James was sent off for England after full-time whistle vs Denmark, Chelsea defender Reece James impressed on his England debut against Denmark on Wednesday night, but he was eventually sent off after the full-time whistle in a 1-0 defeat for Gareth Southgate's men, England players look worn out and they don't need more internationals - nor do the fans, ENGLAND 0-1 DENMARK: England are looking for new opponents after New Zealand pulled out of their friendly next month - but it seems pointless trying to replace them, Harry Maguire is known as 'Slab Head' and he really looks like he has concrete for brains, JEREMY CROSS' VERDICT: Our chief sports writer has a damning assessment of the Man Utd defender after he was shown a red card during England's clash with Denmark, Mum's accidental baby wipe hack discovery has been hailed a nappy 'game changer', A mum accidentally came across a baby wipe hack while changing a nappy and other parents say it has blown their minds, Kristie Bishop floored Jeremy Kyle fans with huge transformation after rehab stint, Late Jeremy Kyle star Kristie Bishop looked completely different as she flaunted a huge transformation following a stint in rehab after first appearing on the show in 2018, Lidl shopper left in 'floods of tears' after stranger's touching gesture, A Lidl shopper was blown away when her card was declined at the supermarket checkout. Our. You can unsubscribe at any time. Linkedin. Barcelona are open to offers for the 27-year-old as Ronald Koeman looks to recoup some funds. Don't wait 30 years - sign up for our daily football email newsletter today! Rafinha is keen on a reunion with his brother Thiago Alcantara in England with Leeds United and Liverpool interested.. Barcelona are open to offers for the 27-year-old as Ronald Koeman looks to recoup some funds.. Georginio Wijnaldum’s current situation and ongoing interest from Barcelona does add a degree of excitement to the Thiago saga as according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, if Wijnaldum were to leave Liverpool then Klopp will immediately push to secure a deal for Thiago. Rafinha — the brother of Thiago Alcantara — never managed to cement a starting place at Barcelona and was shipped out on loan to Inter Milan and Celta Vigo.

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There are still plans to sign Rodrigo de Paul from Udinese as well as Croatia Under-21 international Josko Gvardiol. Rafinha has two caps for Brazil, scoring one goal having had the choice between Spain and Brazil, as his brother Thiago went the other way as he joined-up with the Spanish national team. Well then sign up for the brilliant new Daily Star Sport email newsletter! At age 29 and 1.88 meters tall, he will bring experience and physical strength in midfield alongside smaller-built Marco Verratti and Idrissa Gueye. explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. Koeman has several stars on his wish list, including Dutch pair Memphis Depay and Georginio Wijnaldum. This certainly is an interest and peculiar subject as it is likely that a move for Rafinha in the Premier League will accelerate Thiago’s determination to also make the move to England. Josh is a sports journalist from the south who has previously reported on the Reds both home and away from the press box. Sport also report that similarly to Bayern’s stance with Liverpool regarding Thiago, Barcelona are determined to hold out for the exact figure that forced Celta Vigo to reconsider their options elsewhere. However, there have been problems in terms of an asking price with Bayern demanding £27m for the 29-year-old. According to Spanish media, he joined as a free agent but the deal includes 3 million euros ($3.5 million) in potential bonuses while Barcelona should receive a sell-on fee on the player. LISBON, PORTUGAL – AUGUST 23: Thiago Alcantara of FC Bayern Munich celebrates with the UEFA Champions League Trophy following his team’s victory in the UEFA Champions League Final match between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica on August 23, 2020 in Lisbon, Portugal. De Sciglio signed from Juventus on a season loan. Liverpool and Michael Edwards vindicated in reported Jamal Lewis deal, Roberto Firmino has given Jurgen Klopp an impossible task, Liverpool’s summer priority will be Georgino Wijnaldum’s contract situation, Jurgen Klopp will rely on Fabinho more than anyone next season, Key Liverpool figure provides transfer stance on 21-year-old Klopp lauded as 'sensational', "Natural urge": Liverpool star explains tactical shift that has him back in fine form, Report: Liverpool and FSG in talks regarding £6bn investment with Moneyball pioneer. And a move to the Premier League looks on the cards with Sport reporting that Leeds are interested in the Brazil international.

There is no questioning that Thiago would indeed improve Liverpool ahead of their upcoming title defence but any likelihood of a deal hinges on whether the club are expected to lose any of their current midfield assets. Everton were also recently touted as a club also interested in securing the talents of Rafinha after reports from Sport indicated Carlo Ancelotti was interested in a deal after Barcelona made it clear that Rafinha was part of the club’s major summer clear-out plan. PSG said he signed for three seasons. The deal with the former AC Milan full back does not include an option to buy, while Benlamri signed for one year with an option for another season. You'll receive an email with all of the top news stories every single morning. With Marseille back in the Champions League, the 21-year-old Cuisance was on Andre Villas-Boas’ list of priorities as the Marseille coach sought to add depth in midfield. His idol is Joel Matip while Madrid 19 to this day still remains a blur to him. Marcelo Bielsa is planning a method for the Whites to stay in the Premier League. The 29-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool, although it hasn’t materialised just yet. Rafinha is the younger brother of Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara. He scored only two goals in 31 Premier League games with Everton.
The European champion announced the season-long loan a few hours after Marseille right back Bouna Sarr went the other way to sign with the Bavarian club until 2024. While Kean’s signing was not seen as crucial given PSG’s attacking riches, the recruitment of a defensive midfielder such as Pereira was Tuchel’s priority. The Brazilian is close pals with United's latest signing Rodrigo, who joined from Valencia this summer. Barcelona are open to offers for Rafinha while the Brazilian wants to join up with his brother Thiago Alcantara, who has been linked with a transfer from Bayern Munich to Liverpool. He came through the famed La Masia academy … Home Sports why Rafinha plays for Brazil and her brother Thiago Alcantara for Spain.