Barcelona have kicked off their campaign in electrifying form, winning all five matches across La Liga and the Champions League.
Barcelona Star Raphinha Set to Open Contract Talks Amid Stunning Start
The Catalan giants have dismantled opponents with a ruthless attack, scoring five goals in four of those fixtures, with only an inspired Unai Simon preventing a similar scoreline in the other.
At the heart of this surge sits Raphinha. The Brazilian has reinvented himself as a striker under Hansi Flick and looks unstoppable.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the 29-year-old now prepares to open discussions with Barcelona over a new contract.
Both parties share a mutual interest in extending their partnership. Barcelona want to reward Raphinha for his outstanding performances and professional attitude.
The club recently promoted him to first captain, highlighting his growing influence.
The relationship between player and club remains excellent. Negotiations should enter a crucial stage in the coming weeks.
Raphinha once faced constant speculation about his long-term future whenever Barcelona needed to generate transfer income.
Today, he has transformed into one of the most decisive figures in Flick’s attack. His value extends beyond goals and assists.
The Brazilian brings relentless intensity without the ball, a willingness to press, and the intelligence to attack different spaces.
These qualities make him indispensable to the German coach’s system. Flick has repeatedly deployed him in various attacking roles and appears to have found his best position as a striker.
A renewal on a deal that currently runs until 2028 would be thoroughly deserved and provide vital security for the club.
Last summer, before the World Cup, plenty of chatter surrounded Raphinha’s future. He had endured an injury-riddled campaign and then suffered another hamstring injury with Brazil at the tournament.
That setback proved a blessing in disguise. The Barcelona captain gained enough time to recover fully and reach peak fitness ahead of the new season.
His story at the club now looks set to continue through a new contract, and the coming weeks will reveal how negotiations unfold.
