There will be protracted negotiations because Chelsea, led by co-owner Todd Boehly, is desperate to get Brazilian forward Raphinha but is not yet prepared to pay Barcelona’s asking price.

After a poor 2022–2023 season, Chelsea sees the chance to snag Raphinha and rejuvenate their team.

Chelsea’s serious interest and Barcelona’s failed gamble have set the ground for an exciting summer transfer war.

Raphinha’s move to Barcelona from Leeds United was a risky endeavour as the Blaugrana shelled out a whopping €58 million for his services.

Expectations soared for the winger but he has been unable to make a consistent impact, despite respectable stats of nine goals and nine assists.

According to El Nacional, Boehly is ready to make room for Raphinha in their next project but they are unwilling to match Barcelona’s original investment.

The West London club are eager to sit down at the negotiating table and strike out a deal that suits both parties.

Although Raphinha started well at Barcelona, his performances have dwindled and he’s been overshadowed by the preferred choice of Ousmane Dembele in crucial games.