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'Best I've seen' - Leeds United supporters' emotional response as Raphinha seals Barcelona move

Leeds United supporters have been reacting on social media after Raphinha's move to Barcelona was finally confirmed.

The Raphinha transfer saga has dragged on for much of the transfer window, but the Brazilian has joined the La Liga giants for an undisclosed fee. In a club statement, Leeds United said: "Leeds United can confirm Raphinha has today completed a transfer to FC Barcelona for an undisclosed fee.

"We would like to place on record our sincere gratitude to Raphinha for his effort and contribution whilst at the football club.

READ MORE: Raphinha completes transfer to Barcelona from Leeds United with a penalty clause included

"Everyone at Leeds United would like to wish Raphinha the very best for the future and hope he enjoys great success at the Nou Camp and throughout his career."

Here's how Leeds United fans on social media reacted to the news.

@17DJB: "Farewell sweet prince. Thanks for the memories and for chucking it in at the end of last season."

@graemedouglas: "One of our very finest. Go well."

@Finnbar_: "Gave us all he had, was a star player. All the best."

@frainy_180: "Really strange watching him do the whole presentation thing at Barca! That being said, look at what he's going to. One of the biggest clubs in the world but he also gets to live in Barcelona! You can't blame him for wanting to go there. Massive move for him! Good luck."

@johnsmithyboy87: "Thank you Raphinha. Best player for 20 years."

@palfrey023: "Best player in my lifetime. Enjoy your dream move."

@paulgburr: "Wish him all the best. He was amazing for us and never threw his toys out the pram despite everything that went on. Just pleased he's gone to another league so I can still enjoy watching him."

@TheLeedsPeacock: "Goodbye sweet Prince. Best player I've ever seen at Leeds."

@emmabrumfield23: "Really great statement. Everyone at the club has really made a point of saying how professional and hard working Raph was until the end. Great to hear. Privileged to have had two years of him and can't wait to see how he gets on at Barca and with Brazil. Wish him all the best."

@eatonc01: "Great to see how far we've come. Barcelona signing a Leeds player. Wish him all the best for his dream move after what he gave us last season!"

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