Barcelona reveal Raphinha asking price, Chelsea 'confident' in Osimhen race: FootballTransfers recap

Cameron Smith

Updated: 14 Nov 2023 23:01 GMT
9 min read

Raphinha, Barcelona, 2022/23 — © ProShots

While club football has paused for the November international break, there is no stopping when it comes to transfer news and that theme continued on Tuesday, November 14.

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FootballTransfers broke a number of exclusives, including Barcelona's Raphinha asking price and a possible replacement for Nuno Espirito Santo at Al-Ittihad, while Chelsea's hopes of signing Victor Osimhen appear to have improved.

Below, we run through all the biggest news stories from the day.

EXCLUSIVE: Barcelona set Raphinha asking price

Barcelona remain keen on selling Brazilian winger Raphinha and have lowered their asking price for the former Leeds star, FootballTransfers has been told.

In January 2023, the Blaugrana reportedly put a €100m price tag on his head, but we can reveal the LaLiga giants have revised their asking price and are instead demanding €70m for Raphinha. Barcelona would prefer to strike a deal in the January window, though they realise that a summer move is far more likely.

EXCLUSIVE: Vitor Pereira in talks for Al-Ittihad job

Vitor Pereira is in discussions to assume the role of head coach at Saudi Arabian football club Al-Ittihad, FootballTransfers can reveal.

The Portuguese is set to rival Julen Lopetegui for the post with the Saudi Pro League club who sacked manager Nuno Espirito Santo after a poor run of form.

CONFIRMED: Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo wanted by Saudi Arabia as Man Utd eye Jean-Clair Todibo

Jean-Clair Todibo has emerged as the primary target for Manchester United in the upcoming January transfer window, FootballTransfers is told.

Meanwhile, Saudi Arabian clubs have expressed interest in Bruno Fernandes, but there are no ongoing talks, and Fernandes remains content at Old Trafford.

Furthermore, Amad Diallo has caught the attention of the Saudi Pro League, but Man Utd are likely to reject any approaches, we understand, particularly given the current performances of Antony and the situation involving Jadon Sancho.

Chelsea Transfer News

Chelsea are confident that Napoli star Victor Osimhen wants to join the club as they begin to prioritise signing the Nigerian next year.

Manchester United legend Antonio Valencia believes that Chelsea summer signing Moises Caicedo is “among the best five midfielders in the world.”

Mexican youngster Fidel Barajas is being closely followed by Chelsea, Atlético Madrid and PSV and a transfer is deemed 'imminent' off the back of an impressive 2023.

From Havertz to Loftus-Cheek: How Chelsea's summer sales are performing this season.

Former Eredivisie star Kenneth Perez thinks the 'hype' around Santiago Giménez is exaggerated as the striker continues to be linked with Real Madrid, Chelsea and Tottenham. After 15 goals in the first 15 official matches of the season, the Mexican international has now failed to score in four matches in a row.

Man Utd Transfer News

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Manchester United scouts were in attendance for Benfica’s 2-1 win over Lisbon rivals Sporting CP on Sunday, with a specific focus on Joao Neves.

Man Utd face competition from Tottenham Hotspur in their pursuit of Brazilian wonderkid Andre.

Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar have extended the contract of Jayden Addai until the summer of 2028. Man Utd were previously linked with a move for the youngster, but a deal now looks very unlikely to happen.

Erik ten Hag wants to 'reset' and refresh his Man Utd roster in January. He is targeting a new right-back and a versatile winger, capable of playing on either flank.

Rio Ferdinand believes that Erik ten Hag's decision to drop Raphael Varane for Jonny Evans will have left the Frenchman perplexed.

Liverpool Transfer News

Liverpool are leading Chelsea and Barcelona in the race to sign Brazilian wonderkid Gabriel Moscardo.

Liverpool have reportedly identified Wolverhampton Wanderers star Rayan Ait-Nouri as a January transfer target, but Gary O’Neil’s side have “blocked” any mid-season exit.

Arsenal Transfer News

Arsenal have identified four potential January replacements for Thomas Partey.

Aaron Ramsdale’s father, Nick, has revealed his son was not informed David Raya would become Arsenal’s number one goalkeeper when he joined the club on loan this summer.

Other News

Real Madrid are not prepared to let Kylian Mbappe embarrass them again in transfer negotiations.

Real Madrid and Barcelona’s hopes of signing Spain international Nico Williams have been handed a major boost after the Athletic Club star confirmed he has made a decision regarding his future.

St. Patrick's Athletic are quickly becoming one of Ireland's best producers of talent and three of their youngsters could be snapped up by Manchester City.

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone believes that Alvaro Morata is performing at the same level as Manchester City star Erling Haaland.

Read more about: La Liga Serie A Premier League Al-Ittihad Arsenal Athletic Atlético Barcelona Benfica Chelsea Liverpool Man City Man Utd Napoli Real Madrid Tottenham Wolverhampton Aaron Ramsdale Alvaro Morata Amad Diallo Bruno Fernandes David Raya Erling Haaland Joao Neves Jonny Evans Kai Havertz Moises Caicedo Nico Williams Raphaël Varane Raphinha Rayan Aït Nouri Santiago Giménez Thomas Partey Victor Osimhen