“It’s official today! Raphael, better known as Raphinha, I met you as a dreamy boy, full of wishes and dreams. Seeing you today accomplishing what we prayed would happen fills my heart with pride,” Raphinha’s wife Natalia writes on Instagram.
“A warrior of a boy, who doesn’t run away from the fight until he wins, fulfils all his goals with a lot of passion and commitment. Does not tire of seeking perfection in everything he does until he is successfully accomplished.
“Your motivation is surprising and it undoubtedly comes from a lot of work. I see you today at your best, achieving success with the same principles I met you ten years ago, with the same humility, character, honesty, sweetness and the smile of an innocent child.
“I’m very proud to be your wife, sharing my life with you is very easy because you are the most beautiful human being I know. Let’s keep fighting, always looking forward to the best! Much success my dear… I love you. Visca Barca.”
The Brazilian has signed a contract with Barcalona until 2026. The Catalans will pay €58m plus add-ons for Raphinha, although the payment will be made in instalments.
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“I have many idols who have passed through here. Just being able to do half of what they achieved will be a lot.” Raphinha said during his presentation at Barcelona.
“When I was a child, the Barcelona game influenced me a lot and I always had the dream of playing here.”
Previously, Raphinha has said that he wanted to replicate the success of Ronaldinho and Neymar at Camp Nou. He is known to be a fan of both players.
The Brazilian has joined Barca on a contract until 2026. Despite interest from elsewhere, Raphinha insisted on a move to Catalonia.
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