Deco has confirmed that Liverpool are interested in Raphinha, claiming that they have made some approaches for the 24-year-old Leeds United star.
Liverpool are keeping a close watch on Leeds United trio Kalvin Phillips, Raphinha and Illan Meslier who have all looked the part under Marcelo Bielsa
Chelsea defender Thiago Silva praised his compatriot Raphinha after the Leeds attacker's eye-catching performances for the Brazil national team.
Diego Llorente marked his return with a vital goal to help Leeds United break their Premier League duck against Watford at Elland Road on Saturday.
Leeds United will be eager to register their first win of the 2021/22 Premier League campaign when they welcome Watford to Elland Road on Saturday afternoon.
Barcelona are reportedly keeping tabs on the progress of 24-year-old Brazilian attacker Raphinha over a potential future move.
Illan Meslier, Raphinha and Michail Antonio stood out as West Ham United came from behind to beat Leeds United 2-1 on Saturday.
Illan Meslier, Rodrigo Moreno and Raphinha stood out even as Leeds United were held to a 1-1 draw by Newcastle United at St. James' Park on Friday.
Liverpool are reportedly leading the transfer race to sign Leeds United winger Raphinha, who is also being targeted by Manchester United and Manchester City.
Manchester City are ready to rival Manchester United and Liverpool in the race to sign Leeds United star Raphinha this summer.