_BARCELONA OWE LEEDS UNITED OVER £35M FOR RAPHINHA TRANSFER_
Leeds United have revealed that Barcelona still owe them more than £35 million for the transfer of Brazilian winger Raphinha. The 26-year-old made a high-profile switch to Camp Nou in July 2022.
_TRANSFER DETAILS_
1. Initial fee: £49 million.
2. Installments: Barcelona agreed to pay in multiple installments.
3. Outstanding balance: £35.4 million (plus interest).
_LEEDS UNITED’S STATEMENT_
“We’re working with our lawyers to resolve the issue. Barcelona’s delays are unacceptable,” a Leeds United spokesperson said.
_BARCELONA’S FINANCIAL WOES_
1. £1.1 billion debt.
2. La Liga’s financial fair play regulations.
3. Pressure to reduce wage bill.
_RAPHINHA’S IMPACT_
1. 11 goals, 8 assists in 38 appearances for Barcelona.
2. Key player in Xavi’s squad.
3. Brazil international.
_IMPLICATIONS_
1. Leeds United’s financial planning affected.
2. Potential impact on future transfers.
3. Strained relations between Leeds and Barcelona.
_REACTIONS_
“Barcelona’s financial situation is concerning. Leeds deserve fair treatment,” said football finance expert, Kieran Maguire.
_NEXT STEPS_
1. Leeds United seeking legal action.
2. Barcelona facing pressure to settle debt.
3. Potential FIFA intervention.
_SOURCES_
– BBC Sport
– Sky Sports
– Mundo Deportivo
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