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It was one of Barça’s priority tracks, and Joan Laporta managed to win. On Monday, the Blaugrana officially announced the signing of Raphinha (25) in Spain against a check for 60 million euros, plus various bonuses. A nice blow for the club which has secured the services of the Brazilian international courted by several clubs in Europe, and which is coming out of a successful season despite the difficulties of its team to stay in the Premier League. Today, the former Stade Rennes player was presented to journalists, an opportunity for him to confide his resentment when signing up for his new team.
“Long live Barcelona and long live Catalonia”
“It’s an honor to be here, I’m very grateful to be here, thank you for everyone’s effort. I’m on the verge of realizing a big childhood dream. I thank the president and all those who have worked for this. Long live Barcelona and long live Catalonia” he said, in words that should make the fans smile. At the same time, Joan Laporta also showed her joy, thanking the various actors in this case: “Xavi wanted Raphinha, we did everything to get her. Thanks to Mateu (Alemany), Jordi (Cruyff) and the players to make a competitive team, without forgetting Deco.” Barça’s transfer window continues to be effective, after Ousmane Dembélé’s extension, the free signings of Andreas Christensen (Chelsea) and Franck Kessié (AC Milan), the club hopes to make other big moves: Bernardo Silva (Manchester City) and Jules Koundé (FC Sevilla).
to summarize
Barça presented Raphinha to journalists today, the player spoke and confided his joy at joining the Blaugrana, Joan Laporta was present. The Blaugrana had to spend 60 million euros to sign him.
