Raphinha Next Club Odds: Brazilian star linked with mega move to Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Man Utd, and others

Raphinha has been a sensation at Leeds United since he joined the club for £17m from Rennes in 2020. 

The Brazilian international has hypnotized fans with his outrageous skill, panache, and ability to make defenders look absolutely foolish. Watching him work wonders with the ball, you don’t want to blink in case you miss something simply sublime. 

Given his immense talent and rising profile, it’s no surprise to see Raphinha’s name splattered in the gossip columns and transfer pieces, with some of the biggest clubs in Europe reportedly preparing blockbuster summer bids for the in-demand 25-year-old.

Below we take a look at where Raphinha could be playing his football next season, according to the latest odds courtesy of Sky Bet…

Barcelona: 7/4

Xavi is in the middle of a re-building job at the Nou Camp where he’s moulding together a young, hungry and fearless side who have raised excitement levels following the toxic days of Ronald Koeman. 

Xavi has already recruited successfully from the Premier League in Ferran Torres, Adama Traore and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Could Raphinha be next? If the Catalan club comes calling, he’ll listen.

Getting locked into a debate about Barcelona’s finances is murky territory, making their summer movements in the transfer market a little tricky to predict. However, should they have cash to splash, it could well be thrown in the direction of Elland Road with Barcelona cut from 7/1 to the 7/4 favourites.

Bayern Munich: 7/1

Next in the betting you’ll find German giants Bayern Munich. The club has long been a sanctuary for top talent, and one where wingers have thrived: From the days of Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery to current stars Kingsley Coman, Serge Gnabry, and Leroy Sane.

The FCB is an incredibly competitive environment where winning, winning in style, and lifting silverware are the norm, but Raphinha definitely has the confidence and ability to make the step up and in turn make an instant impact under Julian Nagelsmann; one of the most high-rated and exciting young managers in the game.

Liverpool: 10/1

Raphinha has long been linked with a move to Merseyside. While these rumours will continue to swirl until it’s categorically ruled out, it’s difficult to see Liverpool making a move for Raphinha, given that they bought the excellent Luis Diaz in January. The Reds have a truly frightening array of options going forward, although with star man Mo Salah yet to pen a new deal we could see a summer of change at Anfield.

Newcastle: 12/1

Money bags Newcastle will be bidding to step it up a level in the summer transfer market, providing they stay up, as appears increasingly likely. Eddie Howe and his team have recruited wisely so far, but will undoubtedly seek star power in the summer. The Toon may have the cash to splash, however they are unlikely to be top of the player’s wishlist.

Man Utd: 14/1

Eric Cantona, Rio Ferdinand and Alan Smith all previously crossed the controversial divide from Leeds to Man Utd. Fans of the Yorkshire outfit will be desperately hoping Raphinha doesn’t follow suit.

Man Utd’s transfer fans will depend largely on who they appoint as their new permanent manager, something that remains unresolved. Whoever comes in will bring their own methods, style of play, and proposals of who they want to keep and who they want to purchase.

It will be especially interesting to see what happens to the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Marcus Rashford, whose departures would open up a spot for someone of Raphinha’s ilk.

Chelsea: 14/1

We don’t yet know for sure if Chelsea Football Club will even exist next season, although in truth it’s highly likely that a new billionaire owner will waltz in to save the club at some point. However, for the moment they are stuck in a state of limbo, and unable to either buy or sell players. The situation should become clearer in the upcoming weeks.

If everything is resolved, in terms of outgoings we may well see Timo Werner depart, while the futures of Christian Pulisic and Hakim Ziyech are far from certain, which could see Chelsea enter the market for a new attacking starlet.

West Ham: 16/1 

West Ham failed to back manager David Moyes in the winter, which has in turn hindered the club’s top-four charge as injuries take their toll on the squad. The Hammers are unlikely to have the financial muscle or allure of other interested parties, but if they could somehow tempt Raphinha him over to East London it would be a huge statement of intent. The promise of Champions League football would slightly boost their chances.

PSG: 20/1

Money is no object in Paris, although the silly options they already have in attack means Rphinha may struggle for game time. However, Mbappe’s expected departure to Real Madrid could present an opportunity. Raphinha does of course already have Ligue 1 experience from his time at Rennes.

Manchester City: 25/1

Manchester City are already outrageously well stocked in this department, making it difficult to see Pep Guardiola make a move for Raphinha. We’re talking Jack Grealish, Phil Foden, Raheem Sterling, Gabriel Jesus, Riyah Mahrez, and the incoming Julian Alvarez…

Real Madrid: 33/1

It’s no secret that Real Madrid are putting all their eggs in the Kylian Mbappe basket. The Spanish giants will hope they can lure the Frenchman over in the summer, while Erling Haaland is also being hotly linked.

Raphinha could come into the equation if those targets are missed.