Barcelona sets date for Raphinha contract renewal announcement

Barcelona has scheduled Thursday, November 5, as the date for the official announcement of Raphinha's contract renewal through 2030.

• Barcelona will hold the signing ceremony for Raphinha's new deal on Thursday, after the club and player reached a final agreement.
• The new contract extends the Brazilian winger's stay until summer 2030, running two years beyond his current deal that expires in June 2028.
• Sport reported the agreement was sealed when sporting director Deco met Raphinha at a restaurant, with the delay in the announcement attributed to scheduling conflicts, not disputes.
• Raphinha scored two goals in Barcelona's 3-0 Champions League win over Aston Villa on Tuesday.