Barcelona are reportedly warming up to the idea of possibly completing a shock swap deal with Manchester United for one of their star attackers in the next window.
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When the Blaugrana paid Leeds United €58 million (R1.7 billion) for Brazilian winger Raphinha's services, the expectation was that he would replicate his brilliant performances at Elland Road in Catalonia.
However, that has so far not been the case as inconsistent form and injuries have curtailed him from setting the Camp Nou, or the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium, alight.
His performances in this campaign, particularly against the likes of Girona and Valencia recently, have reportedly led the chiefs at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper to become disillusioned with the 27-year-old.
According to Sport, the Brazil international has no desire to leave, but while he was for a long time regarded as non-transferable, the Barca hierarchy has seemingly had a change of heart and is believed to be willing to listen to offers for his signature.
The same report claims that the Porto Alegre native has two options if he does leave Catalonia.
One is Saudi Arabia, with the oil-rich kingdom having already made enquiries about Raphinha's availability, but perhaps the most interesting of possible destinations for the ex-Stade Rennais man is Old Trafford.
The Red Devils are also looking to offload a winger of their own in Jadon Sancho, and it is said they have suggested a swap deal for the Englishman, with the LALIGA champions sending Raphinha in the other direction.
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With the next transfer window set to open in less than weeks' time, this may be a potential deal to keep a close eye on.
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