Newcastle United Makes €80 Million Verbal Offer for Barcelona Star.

Newcastle United is reportedly eyeing a move for Raphinha, and the club is willing to go all out to secure the Brazilian winger’s signature in the upcoming transfer window.

According to renowned Spanish journalist Gerard Romero, writing for Jijantes FC , the Magpies have tabled a verbal offer in the region of €80 million to tempt Raphinha away from Barcelona.

While the Catalan giants paid €65 million, including add-ons, for the winger’s services just last summer, Raphinha has emerged as a top target for Newcastle United after they missed out on signing him last year.

The 26-year-old had rejected an offer from Newcastle United in favor of joining Barcelona. However, after a slow start to life at Camp Nou, the Brazilian has picked up steam in the second half of the season. Despite not being the Blaugrana’s first-choice right-winger, Raphinha has impressed on both flanks, contributing ten goals and 11 assists in all competitions in his debut season.

While Ousmane Dembele is Xavi’s preferred option on the right flank, the Frenchman has been out of action for three months due to injury, which has provided Raphinha with an opportunity to shine.

With the Magpies keen on securing his services, it remains to be seen whether Barcelona will be willing to let go of their prized asset just a year after signing him.