Rafinha, the Brazilian star of "Barcelona," revealed in a candid interview with journalists that he had serious offers from some of the strongest leagues in the world before moving to the club he dreamed of.
In response to a question from a journalist: "Before coming to 'Barsa,' did you receive serious and high-level offers from major clubs in the English Premier League and Saudi Arabia every year?" Rafinha replied: "Yes, that's true. Receiving such serious offers shows that my level is high. If a player does not play at a high level, big clubs in the EPL or other world-famous teams will not make offers to him. But for me, it was more important to be a player for 'Barcelona' than to accept such offers," he emphasized.
Rafinha stated that his decision to join "Barcelona" was not random; rather, he has loved this club from childhood. He has regularly followed "Barcelona" games since he was young and enjoyed watching the fantastic performances of his compatriots Ronaldinho and Neymar. He also noted that he has always been impressed by the rich history of "Barsa," its many victories, its fantastic atmosphere, and the enthusiasm of its fans.
"For me, playing for 'Barcelona' has been a dream since childhood. I have been to this city and the club's legendary stadium, Camp Nou, before, and every time my love for this environment has grown even more. The biggest dream of my life was to play for this club and write my name in the pages of its legendary history," said the footballer.
Rafinha also explained why he turned down offers from other famous clubs: "Every player receives various offers, but for me, the most important thing was not money or other benefits, but fulfilling my dreams. Wearing the 'Barcelona' jersey, stepping onto the field in front of my fans, and playing alongside the best footballers in the world was my goal that I have strived for my entire life."
At the same time, Rafinha noted that making this decision was not easy: "This decision required great courage because I could have signed good contracts with other big clubs as well. But I listened to my heart and chose 'Barsa.' I do not regret this choice and enjoy being part of this team every day."
Today, Rafinha has become one of the key players for "Barcelona," continuing to delight fans with his performances. His sincere confession has undoubtedly excited the team's fans even more and increased their love for the club.
