Raphinha has told ESPN he considered leaving Barcelona for life changing money in Saudi Arabia before Hansi Flick took over in 2024.

The Brazil international, who signed a new contract until 2028 this summer, felt a lot of people wanted him to leave after his first two seasons at the club, but was convinced to stay by Flick, who had replaced Xavi Hernández.

The German coach made Raphinha a key part of his side, utilising him on the left of the attack, and the former Leeds United forward responded with 34 goals and 26 assists in 57 games as Barça won LaLiga , the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Supercopa.

"I've been playing football since I was 15, I've been through good times and bad times everywhere, so there came a point when I thought it was time to take care of myself and

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