Ravenha’s move from Leeds to Barcelona does not appear to have made the English club’s owner entirely happy, despite cashing in around 58 million for the deal.
In an interview with the athleteAndrea Radrizzani reveals he feels ashamed for taking the word back with Chelsea in the agreement with the Brazilian international, accusing the player’s representatives of pressuring him to move to Barcelona.
“For me, it was done [com o Chelsea]. When I give my word, my word is true. I was embarrassed to go to Todd Buhli [proprietário do Chelsea] and having to change position. It was a lack of respect and not the right way to act, says the Leeds owner.
Radrizan also says the 25-year-old striker was ready to move to the London club but due to pressure from representatives the deal did not materialize.
“We made the deal with Chelsea because the player wanted to leave and was open to hearing offers from Premier League clubs. But unfortunately, suppose influences from Barcelona convinced the player to wait and wait until they find a solution. This demonstrates the power and influence of the players and their agents in the system. To me this is overkill. In it. We invest a lot to develop the clubs. We have invested hundreds of millions, but it seems that all the power is with the agents and representatives of the players, “accuses the Italian businessman.
Leeds were concerned about whether Barcelona could afford the transfer, and therefore included a clause that penalized the Catalans if they were late in paying.
“It would be ridiculous if Barcelona didn’t pay in time, I can’t imagine that happening. If they don’t, we will have a case against Barcelona,” said Radrizzani.
Rafinha, who has represented at Guimarães and Sporting in Portugal, left Leeds for Barcelona this summer after two good seasons in the Premier League.
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