Chelsea lead race for Leeds attacker Raphinha

Chelsea have jumped back into the lead for Leeds United attacker Raphinha.

Chelsea have has a £55m bid accepted for the 25-year-old, but Raphinha prefers a move to Barcelona.

However, with no offer from Barca reaching Chelsea's proposal, the Blues are favourites for the Brazil international.

The London Evening Standard says a decision on Raphinha's future is expected within 24 hours.

Arsenal have not given up hope of luring Raphinha to the Emirates Stadium but Chelsea are frontrunners should Barcelona not come through.

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