Barca linked with Robinho raid

Agent claims Chelsea could face Camp Nou competition

Last updated: 17th July 2008

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Robinho's agent claims Barcelona could be ready to rival Chelsea's interest in the Real Madrid forward.

The Stamford Bridge side are weighing up a summer swoop for the Brazilian star, while Manchester United has been mooted as another possible destination.

Wagner Ribeiro claimed on Tuesday that his client was 'seriously considering' a move to Chelsea following the appointment of compatriot Luiz Felipe Scolari as the club's manager.

But further reports in Spain suggest that Barca are now planning an approach, a move which comes as no surprise to Riberio.

Logical

He told Spanish sports daily El Mundo Deportivo: "It's only logical that a club like Barcelona want Robinho.

"He is also wanted by Chelsea and Manchester United.

"Chelsea have presented a big offer for Robinho to Real Madrid, but it seems as if the club don't want to sell him."

Chelsea have reportedly made an offer of £48million for the 24-year-old - something the Blues deny - who has also been mentioned as a makeweight in any deal to bring Cristiano Ronaldo to the Spanish capital.

However, it is believed Madrid are reluctant to let Robinho go until the Ronaldo saga is concluded, and Ribeiro has reiterated his client's claim that he is happy at Real.

"Robinho has a contract at Real Madrid," he added. "And for that reason he is not looking to leave the club."