{
  "id": 8496835,
  "title": "Raphinha to sign new Barcelona deal until 2030",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/raphinha-to-sign-new-barcelona-deal-until-2030-8496835",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-19T16:58:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/raphinha-to-sign-new-barcelona-deal-until-2030/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Barcelona's Raphinha has committed to staying at the club until 2030, according to sporting director Deco. The Brazilian winger, who joined the team from Leeds in 2022, is currently leading La Liga's goalscoring charts with nine goals in six games, despite playing out of position as a central striker. Deco confirmed that the renewal deal with Raphinha is nearly finalized, with the sporting director stating, \"Rafa will be with us for the next four years.\" Additionally, Deco revealed that young players Xavi Espart and Marc Bernal will also be signing new contracts with the club in the coming days.",
  "summary": "Barcelona star Raphinha has agreed to a new contract extension with the club until 2030, according to sporting director Deco. Read More: https://punchng.com/raphinha-to-sign-new-barcelona-deal-until-2030/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Raphinha to sign new Barcelona deal until 2030",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/raphinha-to-sign-new-barcelona-deal-until-2030",
        "published": "2026-09-19T16:46:43.000Z"
      }
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}