Overview
- Barcelona confirmed on Thursday that Raphinha formally signed an extension through 30 June 2030 in a ceremony attended by president Joan Laporta.
- Club sporting director Deco and Raphinha had agreed the terms weeks earlier but final paperwork and the public signing were delayed by scheduling conflicts.
- Raphinha has scored 19 goals so far this season and reached 94 goals for the club, a scoring surge that has seen him deployed as Barcelona’s centre‑forward under Hansi Flick.
- The player said he is still not fully fit, has spoken with Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti about managing his minutes, and asked fans not to worry about the international break.
- The renewal reduces Barcelona’s immediate need to pursue another striker such as Julián Álvarez and could free short‑term salary flexibility through a restructured deal to help January squad planning.