Barcelona have secured Raphinha on a new contract that runs until at least 2026. Fabrizio Romano reports the deal is done, with the fee undisclosed. The same source confirms Dany Freire has arrived from free agency on similar undisclosed terms.
Marc Bernal remains in advanced talks over a fresh agreement at the club, according to Romano. Xavi Espart’s contract renewal is also progressing, with the same reporter noting the latest developments on 20 September.
Elsewhere, Sandro Wagner has completed a move to Hannover 96. Both Plettigoal and Romano list the agreement as done, again with no fee disclosed. Alexander Blessin is closing in on the Borussia Mönchengladbach job, with Plettigoal describing talks as advanced.
Javier Aguirre is in advanced discussions to take charge at Valencia, per MatteMoretto. Spain have extended Luis de la Fuente’s contract, Romano adding the renewal was finalised on 21 September.