The Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo" revealed an increasing interest from Saudi Roshen League clubs in contracting with Brazilian star Rafinha during the upcoming transfer period, as Saudi clubs continue to target the most prominent international names to enhance the level of competition within the tournament.
According to the report, Al Hilal and Al Nasr place the Barcelona winger on their list of main targets, with each of them preparing to make huge financial offers in order to convince the Catalan club to give up the player's services during the Mercato. The newspaper indicated that the value of the initial offer may reach about 80 million euros, in a move that reflects the size of the Saudi interest in obtaining the signature of the Brazilian international, who is considered one of the most prominent stars of Barcelona at the present time.
The report also indicated that the Saudi clubs are prepared to offer an attractive financial package to the player, which includes an annual salary that may reach four times what he currently receives with Barcelona, in an attempt to enhance their chances of finalizing the deal in the face of any potential competition.
The officials of the interested clubs believe that Rafinha possesses the technical and marketing capabilities that make him an ideal addition to the Saudi League development project, both in terms of technical quality on the field and in terms of the public and media value that he can add to the tournament.
Despite the great interest on the part of Al Hilal and Al Nasr, completing the deal will not be easy, especially since the player is considered one of the main pillars in coach Hansi Flick’s squad, and is of great importance within Barcelona’s technical project.
Based on this, it seems likely. Rafinha's departure this summer is complicated at the present time, but the huge financial offers expected may make the file open to all possibilities during the coming weeks.