Chelsea fans have called upon the club to sign Leeds United winger Raphinha in the summer, following the Brazilian’s performance against Manchester United on Sunday.
The 25-year-old has been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge this summer, with the player reportedly snubbing a new contract at Elland Road in recent weeks.
The forward’s current deal runs until 2024, though his performances in the Premier League have brought about interest from other clubs, with Leeds hoping to keep hold of him for the future.
His substitute appearance against the Reds won’t have helped the Whites in their attempt of keeping hold of their star man, though.
With Leeds two-goals down against their rivals, Raphinha made his way from the bench to help spark a comeback.
The Brazilian’s goal brought the game back to 2-2 within ten minutes of his introduction, sliding in at the back post to tap-in the leveller.
His side then went on to concede twice more, losing the game 4-2, though his influence was still a major factor for the side.
Chelsea fans have theorised a potential move for the standout Leeds man, following the Blues’ meeting back in December, where Thomas Tuchel was seen having a talk with Raphinha after the game.
And following his display against Manchester United, the supporters are still keen on signing him this summer, taking to social media in their plea to the Blues.
@KhalifaSlim3: “Don’t play with Raphinha. Chelsea sign the man.”
@ChelseaTY_: “RAPHINHA COOKING.”
@CFCFrank5: “We need Raphinha at Chelsea.”
@gb2anti: “Chelsea need Raphinha, splash £40m on him pls.”
@hadheyhemor: “Raphinha is a top player. Would love to see him at Chelsea.”
@MatthewsIzzac: “Dear Chelsea board, Have a look at Raphinha. Just helping y'all with some basic online scouting.”
@Cfc_Taff: “I want Raphinha at Chelsea so bad, unreal player.”
Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa has previously said that Raphinha is the best player at the club and understands why other clubs are interested in signing him.
Back in January he said: "Raphinha is the best player in the team in all the senses, physically he's the best, technically he's at the level of the best and the interpretation he has of the game is very good, very wise."
