Newcastle ‘would love’ to sign Howe’s ‘obsession’ with Chelsea star an alternative amid ‘offers’

According to reports, Newcastle United would love to sign former Leeds United winger Raphinha with FC Barcelona open to letting him leave

previously shone in the Premier League during his time at Leeds United. He grabbed 14 goal involvements in his 35 appearances for the West Yorkshire outfit during their relegation season in 2022/23.

The Brazil international s form for Leeds attracted interest from Arsenal and Chelsea but Barcelona eventually won the race to sign him for £50m plus add-ons.

The 27-year-old has performed well for Barcelona, but he slipped down the pecking order last term as he only made 17 La Liga starts.

Barcelona are open to letting him leave this summer as they look to free up funds ahead of Nico Williams possible move to the Nou Camp…