Rafinha News

Winger Arjen Robben and defender Rafinha have agreed with Bayern Munich to extend their contracts for one more season to 2019, the German champions said on Friday.

Dutchman Arjen Robben struck three minutes from halftime to double their lead with his shot deflected by team mate Rafinha which wrongfooted the Wolfsburg keeper.

Barca suffered a shock 2-1 home defeat to Alaves last weekend.

Also selected were Neymar`s club mate Rafinha, Lazio midfielder Felipe Anderson and rising star Gabriel Barbosa.

 Barcelona coach Luis Enrique woke up on Wednesday confronted with the twin problems of a lengthening injury list and the first signs of discontent this season among the demanding fans at the Nou Camp.

Bayern Munich defender Rafinha has withdrawn from Brazil`s squad for next month`s World Cup qualifiers amid speculation he plans to pursue an international career with Germany.

Barcelona`s hopes of being able to register one of their new signings to replace injured Brazilian midfielder Rafinha before their transfer ban is completed have been rejected by FIFA, according to Barca coach Luis Enrique.