Al-Hilal club settled the controversy regarding its future with Brazilian Rafinha, Barcelona player, after his name was linked to a move to the Saudi league during the summer transfer window.
Rafinha
Club: Barcelona
Sport newspaper revealed that Al-Hilal categorically denied the existence of any negotiations with Rafinha, stressing that the player is not among its priorities to strengthen the team in the new season.
The report indicated that the Saudi club did not make any contact, whether officially or unofficially, with the player or his representatives, and that the door to signing him is closed at the present time.
News had linked Rafinha to a huge offer from Al-Hilal, but the player had previously denied his desire to leave Barcelona during the current summer.
Rafinha enjoys interest from several clubs in the Saudi league as well as the English league, which may open the door for him to large financial offers if he wishes to leave.
Rafinha's contract with Barcelona extends until 2028, as the player seeks to continue with the team and lead it to compete for the Champions League title in the coming period.
The Brazilian national team bid farewell to the World Cup competitions from the round of 16 after losing to Norway.
Rafinha was injured during the tournament and began gradually returning to participate in training.
