Leeds United owner Andrea Radrizzani has lifted the lid on Barcelona's move for Raphinha.
It was believed that Chelsea were the frontrunners for the winger's signature, but Barca swooped in at the eleventh hour to complete the £55million signing of the Brazilian international.
And Radrizzani has revealed that Raphinha's move to Stamford Bridge was all-but-done, before a change of heart saw the winger opt for Barca.
Barcelona completed the £55million signing of Raphinha under the noses of Chelsea
Speaking to The Athletic, Radrizzani said: 'We couldn’t deal with Barcelona because they weren’t in a position to deal.