Rafinha signs new contract with Barcelona, ​​wants to retire at Blaugrana

Brazilian forward Rafinha recently extended his contract with Barcelona, committing to stay at the club until 2028. Originally, his contract was set to run until June 2027, but now he has added another year to his stay. After signing the new deal, Rafinha shared his dream with his family to remain at Barcelona until the end of his career, and to do so while performing at his best level.

Rafinha has been in outstanding form this season. He has scored 34 goals and provided 25 assists in 56 games for Barcelona, helping the team win three major domestic titles during the first season under coach Hansi Flick. Barcelona completed a domestic treble by winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. Impressively, they defeated their fierce rivals Real Madrid in each of these competitions.

Talking about his extended relationship with the club, Rafinha said it feels very special and satisfying. He expressed happiness and shared that since joining Barcelona, his main personal goal has always been to bring joy to the fans. He added that he has grown not only as a player but also as a person. Now a father and a captain, Rafinha feels he carries much more responsibility than when he first arrived at the club. Each year, he says, he has matured and become more experienced.

The news of Rafinha’s contract extension was announced by his wife, Natalia Belloli, on Instagram. In the photo she shared, Rafinha stands with their child in his arms, flanked by Barcelona president Juan Laporta and Natalia herself. They are all holding a Barcelona jersey with “2028” written on it, symbolizing Rafinha’s new contract duration. Natalia’s caption simply said, “Our house,” showing the deep connection the family feels with the club.

Rafinha admitted that the contract extension came as a surprise. The 28-year-old said he was not expecting the new offer but promised to give everything for the club. He is determined to repay Barcelona’s trust by working hard both in training and on the pitch during matches.

Rafinha joined Barcelona in 2022 after spending two seasons at Leeds United in the English Premier League. Early on, there were rumors that the club might sell him since he scored 13 goals in his first two seasons. However, those rumors faded with the arrival of German coach Hansi Flick. Under Flick’s guidance, Rafinha’s role became crucial, especially in the title-winning season. He scored 18 goals in La Liga alone, and in the Champions League, he added 13 goals and 9 assists. This outstanding performance has put him in the spotlight and among the top contenders for the upcoming Ballon d’Or award, alongside teammates like Lamine Yamal and PSG’s Ousmane Dembele.

Rafinha’s journey at Barcelona shows how much he has grown, both on and off the field. From being a new player at the club to becoming a leader and father, he has shown maturity and dedication. His dream of staying at Barcelona until the end of his career seems more achievable than ever with the new contract. Fans will be eager to see him continue to perform at his best and help Barcelona achieve more success in the coming years.