Raphinha locks in long‑term deal as Barcelona look to 2030

In a sun‑drenched training session for the Seleção Brasileira, Raphinha slipped the ball over the bar from the spot, a reminder of his penalty‑taking duties before the ink dried on his new Barcelona contract signed earlier this week. The miss underscored his focus on club matters.

The agreement extends his stay until 2030, sealing a deal that had already been agreed in principle, with only the formal signing pending. Barcelona are expected to announce the renewal publicly in the coming days.

From Leeds to Barcelona: €58 million move

Raphinha joined Barcelona in July 2022, arriving from Leeds for roughly €58 million, equivalent to R$ 343 million at current rates. His previous contract was renewed last year, and he later expressed a wish to extend further, a plan confirmed by sporting director Deco.

Now captain of the Catalan side, the Brazilian forward has enjoyed a prolific start to the 2026/27 campaign, netting 14 goals and providing three assists in the first eight matches. His form has drawn praise across the league.

Raphinha will miss Brazil’s friendly against India, but is slated to return for Barcelona’s clash with Getafe on Saturday, the club’s first fixture after the FIFA international break.

The signing was first reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano and later confirmed by ge. The news caps a period of heightened visibility for the player, who also featured in a penalty drill for the Seleção Brasileira.