Published on 6/18/2026
Al Hilal Saudi Club is aiming to conclude a resounding deal during the current transfer market, as it has expressed its full willingness to pay 170 million euros (about 184 million dollars) to sign the Brazilian winger Rafinha, the star of the Spanish club Barcelona, according to what was reported by the Brazilian newspaper Globo Esporte.
Rafinha, 29 years old, renewed his contract with Barcelona until 2028.
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According to the newspaper, these moves come at the request of Al Hilal’s Italian coach, Simone Inzaghi, as part of the Capital Club’s efforts to regain the Saudi League title from its rival, Al Nassr.
For his part, Italian journalist specializing in the transfer market, Fabrizio Romano, stated that a verbal agreement had been reached between all parties.
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In a related context, Vito Rodriguez, the player’s media coordinator, in statements reported by 365scores, denied the existence of any ongoing negotiations, describing Brazilian press reports as “baseless.”
Sources close to the Brazilian star confirmed that his focus is entirely on the Seleção’s journey in the World Cup finals, especially after the disappointing start with a draw against Morocco, as the team looks forward to correcting the course and achieving its first victory against Haiti, next Friday.
